Dixon Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 6, 2025

Dixon Dam, located in Girard, Burke County, Georgia, was completed in 2006 with a primary purpose that is not specified.


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Summary

The dam is owned by a private entity and stands as an earth-type structure with a buttress core design, reaching a height of 16 feet and a length of 520 feet. The dam has a storage capacity of 146 acre-feet and serves the Mobley Branch river or stream.

Despite being labeled as having a low hazard potential and a moderate risk assessment, Dixon Dam has not been rated for its condition. The dam operates with uncontrolled spillways and outlet gates, and is subject to inspections every five years. With its location in a region of interest for water resource and climate enthusiasts, the dam provides a valuable case study for understanding the management and risks associated with small-scale water infrastructure in the area. Further research and assessment of the dam's condition and risk management measures could contribute to informed decision-making and potentially improve its overall safety and effectiveness in water resource management.

Year Completed

2006

Dam Length

520

Dam Height

16

River Or Stream

MOBLEY BRANCH

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

14

Hydraulic Height

16

Drainage Area

1

Nid Storage

146

Outlet Gates

Uncontrolled

Hazard Potential

Low

Foundations

Unlisted/Unknown

Nid Height

16
       
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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.