King Lake Dam #2, located in Columbia, Georgia, was completed in 1986 with a primary purpose of recreation.
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The dam, designed by SCS and owned privately, is an earth dam with a buttress core type standing at a height of 26 feet and a hydraulic height of 21 feet. It has a normal storage capacity of 60 acre-feet and a maximum storage of 145 acre-feet, covering a surface area of 10 acres along Walton Branch.
Despite being uncontrolled, the dam has a low hazard potential and a moderate risk assessment. It has not been rated for its current condition, but it undergoes inspections every 5 years, with the last one conducted in September 2017. With its picturesque location and recreational purpose, King Lake Dam #2 serves as a vital water resource for the surrounding community, offering opportunities for outdoor activities and enjoyment of the natural environment.
Year Completed |
1986 |
Dam Length |
555 |
Dam Height |
26 |
River Or Stream |
WALTON BRANCH |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
10 |
Hydraulic Height |
21 |
Nid Storage |
145 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
26 |
Butler Creek Below 7th Avenue
|
8cfs |
Spirit Creek At Us 1
|
11cfs |
Augusta Canal Nr Augusta (Upper)
|
2080cfs |
Stevens Creek Near Modoc
|
149cfs |
Savannah River At Augusta
|
6790cfs |
Brier Creek Near Waynesboro
|
399cfs |
| Location | Reservations | Toilets |
|---|---|---|
Lake Leitner Military
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Wildwood County Park
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Petersburg - Strom Thurmond Lake
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