Richard B. Russell Dam - Saddle Dike
Georgia — Abbeville County — Savannah River
Location
| State | Georgia |
| County | Abbeville |
| River | Savannah River |
| Coordinates | 34.02383, -82.58370 |
Physical Characteristics
| NID Height | 25 ft |
| Dam Height | 25 ft |
| Dam Length | 1,070 ft |
| NID Storage | 1,488,166 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 1,488,166 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 0 acres |
Safety Classification
| Hazard Potential | High |
| Condition Assessment | Not Available |
| EAP Status | Yes |
| Last Inspection | June 23, 2021 |
| Inspection Frequency | 5 |
Dam Information
| Year Completed | 1986 |
| Primary Purpose | Hydroelectric |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Owner Type | Federal |
| Owner | USACE - Savannah District |
Location Map
About This Dam Record
Dam safety data is maintained by the Army Corps of Engineers National Inventory of Dams (NID). High-hazard dams are those where failure could cause loss of life or major property damage downstream.