Baughs Crossroad Lake Dam, also known as the Gary Hill Land and Timber Co.
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Lake Dam, is a private earth dam located in Troup, Georgia. Designed by Frank Rogers, this dam stands at a height of 35 feet with a hydraulic height of 34 feet. It has a storage capacity of 1035 acre-feet and a surface area of 48 acres. The dam is classified as having a low hazard potential and a moderate risk assessment level.
Despite being privately owned, the Baughs Crossroad Lake Dam is regularly inspected by state authorities, with the last inspection taking place in March 2016. It is noted for having uncontrolled spillways and outlet gates. The dam does not fall under federal regulation but is under state jurisdiction. Although the dam is not currently rated for its condition, it meets safety guidelines and has not experienced any significant modifications or incidents in recent years.
Located within the Mobile District of the US Army Corps of Engineers, Baughs Crossroad Lake Dam serves as a vital structure for water resource management in the area. It provides flood control and water storage functions for the surrounding community. Enthusiasts of water resources and climate will find this dam an interesting case study in private dam ownership and management in a state-regulated environment.
Dam Height |
35 |
River Or Stream |
UNNAMED |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
48 |
Hydraulic Height |
34 |
Nid Storage |
1035 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
35 |
Chattahoochee River At West Point
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6360cfs |
Yellowjacket Cr At Hammett Rd Blw Hogansville
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64cfs |
New River At Ga 100
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88cfs |
Chattahoochee River At Us 27
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3070cfs |
Hillabahatchee Creek At Thaxton Rd
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15cfs |
Chattahoochee River At Us 280
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1990cfs |
| Location | Reservations | Toilets |
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R Shaefer Heard
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Pyne Road Park
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Burnt Village
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Amity
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Whitetail Ridge
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