O'Quinn Lake Dam (West) in Hazelhurst, Georgia, is a privately owned earth dam built in 1960 primarily for fire protection and stock or small fish pond purposes.
Wind
Humidity
With a height of 9 meters and a hydraulic height of 9.2 meters, this dam has a storage capacity of 152.1 acre-feet and serves a drainage area of 260 acres.
Despite its low hazard potential and moderate risk assessment, the dam has not been rated for its condition. It is inspected every five years, with the last inspection conducted in September 2014. The dam features an uncontrolled spillway and outlet gates, with a surface area of 21 acres and a length of 850 meters, providing essential water resource management in the region.
Located within the Jacksonville District of the US Army Corps of Engineers, O'Quinn Lake Dam (West) stands as a vital infrastructure for water resource enthusiasts and climate advocates, ensuring fire protection and supporting the local ecosystem through its stock and fish pond functions. Its presence underscores the importance of proactive dam maintenance and risk management to safeguard the surrounding communities and environment.
Year Completed |
1960 |
Dam Length |
850 |
Dam Height |
9 |
River Or Stream |
UNKNOWN |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
21 |
Hydraulic Height |
9.2 |
Drainage Area |
260 |
Nid Storage |
152.1 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
9 |
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