Hidden Lake Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Hidden Lake Dam in Lumpkin, Georgia, stands as a testament to the importance of water resource management and climate resilience.


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Summary

Built in 1940 by designer PARKER, this private dam mainly serves a recreational purpose, offering a tranquil oasis for visitors to enjoy. With a height of 35 feet and a length of 200 feet, Hidden Lake Dam has a storage capacity of 94 acre-feet, providing a vital source of water for the surrounding area.

Despite its low hazard potential, Hidden Lake Dam is subject to regular inspections to ensure its structural integrity and safety. The dam, made of earth and buttress core types, features an uncontrolled spillway and outlet gates. The risk assessment for the dam is moderate (3), highlighting the need for ongoing risk management measures to mitigate potential threats and ensure the continued functionality of this essential water resource.

Located within the Mobile District of the US Army Corps of Engineers, Hidden Lake Dam is a key component of the region's water infrastructure. While not federally owned or funded, the dam plays a crucial role in water storage and management for recreational purposes. With its serene surroundings and important water storage capacity, Hidden Lake Dam serves as a valuable resource for both locals and visitors alike, highlighting the intersection of water resources, climate resilience, and recreational opportunities.

Year Completed

1940

Dam Length

200

Dam Height

35

River Or Stream

UNKNOWN

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

6

Nid Storage

94

Outlet Gates

Uncontrolled

Hazard Potential

Low

Foundations

Unlisted/Unknown

Nid Height

35
       
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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.