The Ogburn Dam in Wesleyan Hills, Georgia, stands as a private earth dam completed in 1987 with a primary purpose of recreation.
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Designed by M. MINCHEW, this 44-foot high structure boasts a storage capacity of 370 acre-feet and a length of 900 feet, offering a serene surface area of 15 acres for water enthusiasts to enjoy. Situated in Monroe County, the dam features uncontrolled spillways and outlets, with a low hazard potential and a moderate risk assessment score of 3.
Despite not being state regulated, the Ogburn Dam undergoes regular inspections, with the last assessment conducted in June 2018. With a condition assessment of "Not Rated," the dam's risk management measures and emergency preparedness status remain unlisted. As water resource and climate enthusiasts gather to explore this recreational gem, the Ogburn Dam promises a tranquil retreat surrounded by the natural beauty of Georgia's landscape, inviting visitors to appreciate the intersection of human engineering and environmental stewardship in harnessing water resources for leisure and enjoyment.
Year Completed |
1987 |
Dam Length |
900 |
Dam Height |
44 |
River Or Stream |
UNKNOWN |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
15 |
Nid Storage |
370 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
44 |
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|
7cfs |
Ocmulgee River At Macon
|
817cfs |
Falling Creek Near Juliette
|
14cfs |
Ocmulgee River Near Jackson
|
534cfs |
Murder Creek Below Eatonton
|
54cfs |
Flint River Near Culloden
|
716cfs |
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