Okie Lake Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Okie Lake Dam, located in Blakely, Georgia, stands as a testament to private ownership and stewardship of water resources in the state.


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Summary

This earth dam, with a height of 15 feet and a hydraulic height of 23.5 feet, serves as a critical structure for water storage and management, with a normal storage capacity of 100 acre-feet and a maximum storage of 169 acre-feet. The dam spans a length of 298 feet and covers a surface area of 20 acres, making it a significant feature in the local landscape.

Managed by private owners, Okie Lake Dam has a low hazard potential and is rated as not yet assessed in terms of its condition. Despite its relatively low risk level, the dam undergoes inspections every five years to ensure its safety and structural integrity. The dam's emergency action plan and risk management measures are yet to be fully documented, but its moderate risk assessment underscores the importance of continued monitoring and maintenance to prevent any potential hazards or risks to the surrounding community. As an essential water resource infrastructure in Early County, Georgia, Okie Lake Dam plays a crucial role in water supply and management in the region.

Dam Length

298

Dam Height

15

River Or Stream

unknown

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

20

Hydraulic Height

23.5

Nid Storage

169

Outlet Gates

Uncontrolled

Hazard Potential

Low

Foundations

Unlisted/Unknown

Nid Height

24
       
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Condition Assessment

Satisfactory
No 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

High
Dams 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.