Dixon Lake Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Dixon Lake Dam, located in Berrien, Georgia, is a private earth dam primarily used for irrigation purposes.
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Summary
The dam stands at a height of 24 feet and has a storage capacity of 1118 acre-feet, with a normal storage level of 403 acre-feet. The dam has a low hazard potential and is currently classified as not rated in terms of condition assessment.
Although the dam is not state regulated or permitted, it undergoes regular inspections, with the last inspection conducted in May 2016. The dam is equipped with uncontrolled spillways and outlet gates. Despite its moderate risk assessment rating of 3, the dam has no Emergency Action Plan (EAP) in place. The risk management measures for the dam remain unspecified, indicating a need for further evaluation and planning to ensure the safety and security of the surrounding area in case of emergencies.
For water resource and climate enthusiasts interested in Dixon Lake Dam, its unique design as an earth dam with buttress core types makes it an intriguing structure for study. With its location in Georgia and ties to irrigation, the dam serves as a vital resource for water management in the region. Continued monitoring and assessment of the dam's condition and risk potential will be essential to safeguarding the community and environment from potential hazards in the future.
Dam Height |
24 |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
62 |
Nid Storage |
1118 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
24 |
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Condition Assessment
SatisfactoryNo 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
HighDams 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.
Dixon Lake Dam