Pegamore Lake Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Corley Lake Dam Blair Lake Dam
Last Updated: December 13, 2025
Pegamore Lake Dam, located in Paulding, Georgia, was completed in 1964 and serves as a vital recreational resource in the area.
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Summary
This privately owned earth dam, standing at 42 feet tall and spanning 300 feet in length, holds a storage capacity of 609 acre-feet with a surface area of 22.6 acres. The dam is situated on Pegamore Creek and is regulated by the Georgia Safe Dams Program, with state inspections and enforcement in place to ensure its safety and functionality.
Despite its high hazard potential and poor condition assessment, Pegamore Lake Dam continues to attract visitors for various recreational activities. The dam's uncontrolled spillway and outlet gates pose a risk that necessitates regular inspections and a two-year inspection frequency. While the dam's risk assessment is moderate, measures for risk management and emergency preparedness remain unspecified. As a prominent landmark in the region, the dam's historical significance and ecological impact make it a subject of interest for water resource and climate enthusiasts.
Overall, Pegamore Lake Dam stands as a testament to the intersection of human infrastructure and natural landscapes. Its presence not only provides recreational opportunities but also underscores the importance of proper dam management and safety protocols in the face of changing climate conditions. As discussions around water resource management and climate resilience continue to evolve, the preservation and upkeep of structures like Pegamore Lake Dam remain crucial for the well-being of both local communities and the environment at large.
Year Completed |
1964 |
Dam Length |
300 |
Dam Height |
42 |
River Or Stream |
PEGAMORE CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
22.6 |
Nid Storage |
609 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
High |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
42 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Etowah River At Ga 61
|
421cfs |
Etowah River Near Kingston
|
561cfs |
Etowah River At Allatoona Dam
|
4060cfs |
Two Run Creek Near Kingston
|
10cfs |
Etowah River At Ga 1 Loop
|
1810cfs |
Noses Creek At Powder Springs Rd
|
9cfs |
Dam Data Reference
Condition Assessment
SatisfactoryNo 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
HighDams 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.
Pegamore Lake Dam