Carrington Woods Lake Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Carrington Woods Lake Dam, also known as Lake Oliver Hardy Dam, is a captivating earth dam located in Milledgeville, Georgia.


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Summary

Built in 1945, this dam serves a primary purpose of recreation, offering a serene and picturesque setting for water resource and climate enthusiasts to enjoy. With a height of 26 feet and a length of 500 feet, the dam holds a maximum storage capacity of 175 acre-feet and covers a surface area of 12 acres.

Managed by the local government and regulated by the Georgia Safe Dams Program, Carrington Woods Lake Dam is deemed to have a high hazard potential but is currently in fair condition according to a 2017 assessment. The dam's risk assessment is rated as moderate, highlighting the importance of ongoing inspections and maintenance efforts to ensure its safety and longevity. As a popular recreational spot in Baldwin County, Georgia, this dam is a vital piece of infrastructure that not only provides water storage but also enhances the local community's quality of life.

Year Completed

1945

Dam Length

500

Dam Height

26

River Or Stream

UNKNOWN

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

12

Drainage Area

458

Nid Storage

175

Outlet Gates

Uncontrolled

Hazard Potential

High

Foundations

Unlisted/Unknown

Nid Height

26
       
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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.