Moose Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Moose Dam, located in Lumpkin, Georgia, was completed in 1970 and serves as a recreational site for water resource and climate enthusiasts.


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Summary

This private dam, designed by SCS, stands at a height of 27 feet and stretches 240 feet in length. With a storage capacity of 53 acre-feet and a surface area of 4 acres, Moose Dam offers visitors a tranquil getaway surrounded by nature.

Although classified as a low hazard potential structure, Moose Dam is subject to state jurisdiction and inspection. The dam features an uncontrolled spillway and outlet gates, contributing to its overall risk assessment of moderate. Despite its age, the dam's condition assessment remains unrated, with the last inspection conducted in June 2017. With its charming location in Dahlonega and its primary purpose of recreation, Moose Dam continues to attract visitors seeking a peaceful escape in the midst of Georgia's natural beauty.

As water resource and climate enthusiasts explore the wonders of Moose Dam, they can appreciate the careful design and construction that went into creating this earth-type structure. With its serene surroundings and moderate risk assessment, Moose Dam stands as a testament to the harmonious relationship between human intervention and nature's beauty, inviting visitors to immerse themselves in the tranquility of this private recreational site.

Year Completed

1970

Dam Length

240

Dam Height

27

River Or Stream

UNKNOWN

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

4

Nid Storage

53

Outlet Gates

Uncontrolled

Hazard Potential

Low

Foundations

Unlisted/Unknown

Nid Height

27
       
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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.