Turner Lake Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Turner Lake Dam is a private-owned structure located in Marshallville, Georgia, along the Baptist Creek.


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Summary

The dam serves primarily for recreational purposes and stands at a height of 10 feet with a storage capacity of 98 acre-feet. The dam is of earth construction type with a buttress core, and an uncontrolled spillway.

While the hazard potential of Turner Lake Dam is currently undetermined and its condition is not rated, the risk assessment categorizes it as moderate. The dam has not been inspected recently, and there is no emergency action plan (EAP) in place. Despite these uncertainties, the dam continues to provide a source of recreation for the local community and remains a point of interest for water resource and climate enthusiasts in the area.

With its scenic location and potential for outdoor activities, Turner Lake Dam offers a picturesque setting for visitors to enjoy nature and water-related activities. Its moderate risk level adds an element of intrigue for those interested in exploring the intersection of water resource management and climate resilience. As the dam's future maintenance and inspection schedule remains uncertain, there is a sense of anticipation surrounding how it will continue to adapt to changing environmental conditions in the years to come.

Dam Height

10

River Or Stream

Baptist Creek

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

9

Hydraulic Height

10

Nid Storage

98

Outlet Gates

Uncontrolled

Hazard Potential

Undetermined

Foundations

Unlisted/Unknown

Nid Height

10
       
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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.