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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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|
6790cfs |
Spirit Creek At Us 1
|
11cfs |
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|
8cfs |
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|
399cfs |
Augusta Canal Nr Augusta (Upper)
|
2080cfs |
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|
7cfs |