Tison Lake Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 13, 2025
Tison Lake Dam, located in Dodge, Georgia, was completed in 1952 and stands as a testament to resource management and environmental stewardship.
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Summary
The dam, designed by the Soil Conservation Service (SCS), serves a primary purpose of recreation, offering a serene retreat for visitors in the Plainfield East Environs. With a height of 14 feet and a length of 736 feet, the dam creates a reservoir with a storage capacity of 413 acre-feet and a surface area of 37 acres.
Despite its low hazard potential and moderate risk assessment, Tison Lake Dam has not been rated for its condition. However, regular inspections are conducted every five years, with the last inspection taking place in October 2017. The dam's spillway is uncontrolled, and the outlet gates are also uncontrolled. While the dam is not state-regulated, it falls under the jurisdiction of Georgia and is subject to state inspections.
Tison Lake Dam serves as a valuable recreational resource for the community, offering opportunities for fishing, boating, and wildlife observation. As water resource and climate enthusiasts, it is important to appreciate and support the maintenance and preservation of structures like Tison Lake Dam to ensure the continued enjoyment and sustainability of our natural environment.
Year Completed |
1952 |
Dam Length |
736 |
Dam Height |
14 |
River Or Stream |
UNKNOWN |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
37 |
Hydraulic Height |
14 |
Nid Storage |
413 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
14 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Oconee River At Dublin
|
1070cfs |
Ocmulgee River At Hawkinsville
|
2110cfs |
Turnpike Creek Near Mcrae
|
11cfs |
Tucsawhatchee Creek Near Hawkinsville
|
29cfs |
Oconee River Near Mount Vernon
|
1340cfs |
Oconee River Near Oconee
|
895cfs |
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.
Tison Lake Dam