Bridge Creek Ochlocknee WS Structure # 83 Dam, located in Colquitt, Georgia, is a state-owned earth dam designed by the SCS for flood risk reduction.
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Completed in 1969, this structure stands at a height of 15.4 feet with a storage capacity of 158 acre-feet. The dam's primary purpose is flood risk reduction, serving the community of Bay Environs and its surrounding areas.
With a low hazard potential and a moderate risk assessment rating, this dam has not been inspected since 2010 but is considered to be in satisfactory condition. The dam features an uncontrolled spillway and outlet gates, serving to manage water levels and ensure the safety of downstream areas in case of heavy rainfall or flooding. While not regulated by the state, the dam is under the jurisdiction of Georgia and is subject to state inspections.
Overall, Bridge Creek Ochlocknee WS Structure # 83 Dam plays a crucial role in mitigating flood risks in the region and protecting the local community from potential water-related disasters. As a key component of Georgia's water resource infrastructure, this dam stands as a testament to the importance of effective flood management strategies in the face of changing climate conditions and increasing water-related challenges.
Year Completed |
1969 |
Dam Length |
585 |
Dam Height |
15.4 |
River Or Stream |
UNKNOWN |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
15.2 |
Hydraulic Height |
12.5 |
Drainage Area |
283 |
Nid Storage |
158 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
15 |
Little River Near Adel
|
3cfs |
Flint River At Newton
|
4380cfs |
Ochlockonee River Near Thomasville
|
17cfs |
Little R At Tifton Worth Co Line Rd
|
0cfs |
Flint River At Albany
|
3510cfs |
Ichawaynochaway Creek Below Newton
|
577cfs |