Shivers Dam No 1 Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 13, 2025

Shivers Dam No 1, located in Warren County, Georgia, was completed in 1955 and stands at a height of 28 feet with a hydraulic height of 24.8 feet.


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Summary

This earth dam, designed by SCS, primarily serves recreational purposes along Long Creek. The dam has a storage capacity of 540 acre-feet and covers a surface area of 50 acres, drawing water from a drainage area of 470 acres.

Despite being categorized as having a low hazard potential, Shivers Dam No 1 has not been rated for its condition assessment. The last inspection was conducted in 2009, with an inspection frequency of 5 years. The dam features an uncontrolled spillway and outlet gates, posing a moderate risk of incidents according to the risk assessment. As a private-owned structure, the dam is not regulated by the state but undergoes periodic inspections for safety.

Enthusiasts of water resources and climate will find Shivers Dam No 1 an intriguing site for its historical significance and recreational offerings along Long Creek. With its moderate risk profile and uncontrolled spillway, the dam presents an opportunity for further exploration and study in the realm of dam safety and management.

Year Completed

1955

Dam Length

780

Dam Height

28

River Or Stream

LONG CREEK

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

50

Hydraulic Height

24.8

Drainage Area

470

Nid Storage

540

Outlet Gates

Uncontrolled

Hazard Potential

Low

Foundations

Unlisted/Unknown

Nid Height

28
       
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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.