Paulk Lake Dam #2 Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 6, 2025

Paulk Lake Dam #2, located in Treutlen, Georgia, was completed in 1940 and serves as a recreational site for water resource and climate enthusiasts.


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Summary

This private earth dam stands at a height of 12 feet and stretches 640 feet in length, with a storage capacity of 165 acre-feet. The dam is primarily used for recreational purposes, offering a serene surface area of 21 acres within its drainage area of 950 acres.

Despite being unregulated by the state, Paulk Lake Dam #2 poses a low hazard potential with a moderate risk assessment rating of 3. The dam's condition remains unrated, as the last inspection took place in 2004. While the dam lacks an Emergency Action Plan (EAP) and inundation maps, the risk management measures for this structure are currently unspecified. With its tranquil setting and historic construction, this dam serves as a valuable recreational asset within the community, attracting visitors who are eager to explore its natural beauty and engage in outdoor activities.

Year Completed

1940

Dam Length

640

Dam Height

12

River Or Stream

UNKNOWN

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

21

Drainage Area

950

Nid Storage

165

Outlet Gates

Uncontrolled

Hazard Potential

Low

Foundations

Unlisted/Unknown

Nid Height

12
       
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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.