Adcock Lake Dam, located in Harris City, Georgia, is a privately owned earth dam primarily used for recreational purposes.
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Humidity
Standing at a height of 17.1 feet with a hydraulic height of 14.3 feet, the dam boasts a storage capacity of 78.7 acre-feet and covers a surface area of 8.7 acres. Despite being unregulated by the state, the dam poses a low hazard potential and is classified as having a moderate risk level.
The dam, built with a buttress core type and an uncontrolled spillway, has not been rated for its condition assessment, but it is regularly monitored for any potential risks. With a drainage area of 170 square miles, Adcock Lake Dam plays a crucial role in managing water resources in the region. Enthusiasts interested in water resource management and climate resilience would find the unique design and purpose of this dam intriguing, especially given its picturesque location in Meriwether County, Georgia.
Dam Length |
585 |
Dam Height |
17.1 |
River Or Stream |
Name unknown |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
8.7 |
Hydraulic Height |
14.3 |
Drainage Area |
170 |
Nid Storage |
78.7 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
17 |
Yellowjacket Cr At Hammett Rd Blw Hogansville
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36cfs |
Flint River Near Griffin
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80cfs |
Line Creek Near Senoia
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30cfs |
Shoal Creek At Shoal Creek Rd
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13cfs |
New River At Ga 100
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55cfs |
Flint River Near Culloden
|
716cfs |
| Location | Reservations | Toilets |
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Old Sawmill Campsite
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Bumblebee Ridge Campsite
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Sassafras Hill Campsite
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