Lake Baldwin Dam in Tifton, Georgia, is a privately owned earth dam completed in 1967 with a primary purpose of recreation.
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Situated on Tr- Little River, the dam has a height of 13 feet and a length of 700 feet, providing a storage capacity of 84 acre-feet. With a low hazard potential and moderate risk assessment, the dam is managed by the Natural Resources Conservation Service and falls under the jurisdiction of the USDA NRCS.
Despite its uncontrolled spillway type and lack of outlet gates, Lake Baldwin Dam poses minimal risk to surrounding areas due to its low hazard potential. The dam's condition assessment is currently not available, and there is no emergency action plan in place. The surrounding drainage area is small at 0.05 square miles, with a maximum discharge capacity of 230 cubic feet per second. While the dam has not been modified in recent years, it continues to provide recreational opportunities for visitors in the Tift County area.
Lake Baldwin Dam serves as a vital recreational resource in Tifton, offering a tranquil setting for outdoor enthusiasts to enjoy. Its historical significance as a man-made structure dating back to the late 1960s adds to its charm, attracting visitors seeking a peaceful retreat. As climate and water resource enthusiasts, the dam's management by the USDA NRCS and low hazard potential make it an interesting case study in sustainable dam infrastructure and risk management practices.
Year Completed |
1967 |
Dam Length |
700 |
Dam Height |
13 |
River Or Stream |
Tr- Little River |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Drainage Area |
0.05 |
Nid Storage |
84 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
13 |
Little R At Tifton Worth Co Line Rd
|
0cfs |
Alapaha River Near Alapaha
|
12cfs |
Little River Near Adel
|
3cfs |
Flint River At Ga 32
|
4340cfs |
Flint River At Albany
|
3510cfs |
Withlacoochee River At Mcmillan Rd
|
45cfs |