Bloodworth Lake Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Bloodworth Lake Dam, located in the Holmes Cemetery Environs in Houston, Georgia, was completed in 1970 and serves multiple purposes including fire protection and providing a habitat for small fish.


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Summary

This private Earth dam, designed by the Natural Resources Conservation Service, stands at a height of 24 feet and spans a length of 550 feet, with a storage capacity of 74 acre-feet. Despite its relatively low hazard potential and moderate risk assessment rating, the dam is currently not rated for its condition and lacks regular inspections.

The dam, situated on an unknown river or stream, operates with uncontrolled spillways and outlets, presenting some level of risk in case of emergency situations. The surrounding area covers a surface area of 6 acres with a drainage area of 95 acres. While Bloodworth Lake Dam may not be as well-regulated or inspected as some larger dams, its impact on local water resources and climate in the region remains a topic of interest for enthusiasts in the field. With its unique design and purpose, this dam offers a glimpse into the diversity of water management structures across the United States.

Year Completed

1970

Dam Length

550

Dam Height

24

River Or Stream

UNKNOWN

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

6

Drainage Area

95

Nid Storage

74

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.