B.S.A. Camp Linwood Hayne Lower Lake Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

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Summary

Camp Linwood Hayne Lower Lake Dam in Richmond, Georgia, is a private recreational dam on the Little Spirit Creek. This earth dam stands at a height of 14 feet and has a hydraulic height of 12.1 feet, providing a storage capacity of 280 acre-feet for various water activities. The dam, completed in an unknown year, spans 940 feet and covers a surface area of 26 acres within a drainage area of 17,000 acres.

Despite its low hazard potential and moderate risk assessment, the dam has not been rated for its condition as of the last inspection in April 2014. With uncontrolled spillways and outlet gates, the dam is currently not regulated by the state but undergoes inspections every 5 years. The surrounding area, utilized for recreational purposes, benefits from the dam's storage capacity, offering opportunities for water enthusiasts to enjoy the outdoors in a controlled environment.

Water resource and climate enthusiasts may find B.S.A. Camp Linwood Hayne Lower Lake Dam intriguing for its recreational value and hydraulic features. With its location in Georgia and close proximity to the Little Spirit Creek, the dam serves as a focal point for outdoor activities while maintaining a low hazard potential. As discussions surrounding water resource management and climate change continue, understanding the role of such dams in providing recreational opportunities and storage capacities becomes vital for sustainable water usage in the future.

Dam Length

940

Dam Height

14

River Or Stream

LITTLE SPIRIT CREEK

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

26

Hydraulic Height

12.1

Drainage Area

17000

Nid Storage

280

Outlet Gates

Uncontrolled

Hazard Potential

Low

Foundations

Unlisted/Unknown

Nid Height

14
       
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Condition Assessment

Satisfactory
No 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

High
Dams 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.