Vickers Lake Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Vickers Lake Dam East Adams Lake Dam
Last Updated: March 4, 2026
Vickers Lake Dam, located in Colquitt, Georgia, was completed in 1972 for the primary purpose of recreation.
Summary
The dam stands at a height of 17.8 feet and has a length of 580 feet, providing a maximum storage capacity of 74 acre-feet. The dam's spillway is uncontrolled, and it features an earth core with buttress foundations.
Despite being privately owned, Vickers Lake Dam falls under moderate risk assessment, with a low hazard potential. The dam has not been inspected since October 2004, and its condition is currently not rated. While the dam does not have a designated Emergency Action Plan (EAP), it is important for water resource and climate enthusiasts to monitor its risk management measures and ensure that it meets safety guidelines to prevent any potential hazards in the future.
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Year Completed |
1972 |
Dam Length |
580 |
Dam Height |
17.8 |
River Or Stream |
UNKNOWN |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
7.5 |
Hydraulic Height |
17.8 |
Drainage Area |
60 |
Nid Storage |
74 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
18 |
Seasonal Comparison
5-Day Hourly Forecast Detail
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Little River Near Adel
|
129cfs |
Little R At Tifton Worth Co Line Rd
|
53cfs |
Alapaha River Near Alapaha
|
211cfs |
Withlacoochee River At Mcmillan Rd
|
65cfs |
Okapilco Creek At Ga 33
|
14cfs |
Withlacoochee River At Us 84
|
150cfs |
Dam Data Reference
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.
Vickers Lake Dam