Oliva Lake Dam # 2, located in Thomasville, Georgia, is a private-owned structure primarily used for recreation purposes.
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This earth dam, with a height of 19.2 feet and a hydraulic height of 16 feet, stands at the beautiful Oliva Lake, offering a surface area of 11.5 acres for visitors to enjoy. With a storage capacity of 92 acre-feet and a low hazard potential, this dam provides a serene setting for outdoor activities in the Grady County region.
Despite its historical completion date being unknown, Oliva Lake Dam # 2 has not been regulated, inspected, or permitted by the state, indicating a lack of formal oversight and management. With an uncontrolled spillway and outlet gates, the dam poses a moderate risk (rated 3) in terms of potential hazards. Although the condition assessment is not rated, the structure's risk management measures and emergency preparedness plans are not documented, raising questions about its safety and resilience in the face of changing climate conditions and water resource management challenges.
Dam Length |
430 |
Dam Height |
19.2 |
River Or Stream |
UNKNOWN |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
11.5 |
Hydraulic Height |
16 |
Drainage Area |
275 |
Nid Storage |
92 |
Structural Height |
16 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
19 |
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