Hickory Head Plantation Lake Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Long Lake Dam Bruce Lake Dam
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Hickory Head Plantation Lake Dam, also known as Alico Company Lake Dam, is a private-owned structure located in Grooverville, Georgia.
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Summary
Built in 1960, this earthen dam stands at a height of 13.2 feet and serves multiple purposes including fire protection, stock maintenance, and small fish pond management. With a maximum storage capacity of 154 acre-feet and a normal storage of 64 acre-feet, the dam covers a surface area of 16 acres and has a drainage area of 360 acres.
Despite being unregulated by the state, Hickory Head Plantation Lake Dam is inspected periodically with the last assessment conducted in January 2018. The dam has a low hazard potential and a moderate risk assessment rating. It features an uncontrolled spillway and outlet gates, serving as an important water resource for the surrounding area. Although not rated for its current condition, the dam plays a crucial role in mitigating potential flooding and providing essential water resources for both wildlife and human use in the region.
Year Completed |
1960 |
Dam Length |
310 |
Dam Height |
13.2 |
River Or Stream |
UNKNOWN |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
16 |
Hydraulic Height |
13 |
Drainage Area |
360 |
Nid Storage |
154 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
13 |
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Condition Assessment
SatisfactoryNo 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
HighDams 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.
Hickory Head Plantation Lake Dam