Oakley Lake Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Oakley Lake Dam in Fayette, Georgia, was completed in 1971 and stands at a height of 16.9 feet, serving primarily for recreational purposes.


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Summary

The dam, designed by SCS (Satterfield), is classified as an earth dam with a buttress core type. With a total length of 530 feet and a storage capacity of 92.9 acre-feet, Oakley Lake Dam contributes to the conservation of water resources in the area.

Located in Digbey, Oakley Lake Dam has a low hazard potential and is currently rated as being in "Not Rated" condition. Despite not being regulated by the state, the dam poses a moderate risk, with measures in place to manage any potential emergencies. The dam's spillway type is uncontrolled, and it has uncontrolled outlet gates, contributing to its moderate risk assessment. For water resource and climate enthusiasts, Oakley Lake Dam offers a fascinating insight into dam engineering and its role in maintaining water resources for recreational purposes in Georgia.

Year Completed

1971

Dam Length

530

Dam Height

16.9

River Or Stream

UNKNOWN

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

8

Hydraulic Height

15.4

Drainage Area

610

Nid Storage

92.9

Structural Height

15.4

Outlet Gates

Uncontrolled

Hazard Potential

Low

Foundations

Unlisted/Unknown

Nid Height

17
       
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Condition Assessment

Satisfactory
No existing or potential dam safety deficiencies are recognized. Acceptable performance is expected under all loading conditions (static, hydrologic, seismic) in accordance with the minimum applicable state or federal regulatory criteria or tolerable risk guidelines.
Fair
No existing dam safety deficiencies are recognized for normal operating conditions. Rare or extreme hydrologic and/or seismic events may result in a dam safety deficiency. Risk may be in the range to take further action. Note: Rare or extreme event is defined by the regulatory agency based on their minimum
Poor A dam safety deficiency is recognized for normal operating conditions which may realistically occur. Remedial action is necessary. POOR may also be used when uncertainties exist as to critical analysis parameters which identify a potential dam safety deficiency. Investigations and studies are necessary.
Unsatisfactory
A dam safety deficiency is recognized that requires immediate or emergency remedial action for problem resolution.
Not Rated
The dam has not been inspected, is not under state or federal jurisdiction, or has been inspected but, for whatever reason, has not been rated.
Not Available
Dams for which the condition assessment is restricted to approved government users.

Hazard Potential Classification

High
Dams assigned the high hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation will probably cause loss of human life.
Significant
Dams assigned the significant hazard potential classification are those dams where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life but can cause economic loss, environment damage, disruption of lifeline facilities, or impact other concerns. Significant hazard potential classification dams are often located in predominantly rural or agricultural areas but could be in areas with population and significant infrastructure.
Low
Dams assigned the low hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life and low economic and/or environmental losses. Losses are principally limited to the owner's property.
Undetermined
Dams for which a downstream hazard potential has not been designated or is not provided.
Not Available
Dams for which the downstream hazard potential is restricted to approved government users.