Chambers Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Chambers Dam, located in Harvest Community, Georgia, is a privately owned Earth dam built in 1975 for recreational purposes.


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Summary

Standing at a height of 28 feet with a hydraulic height of 22 feet, this dam boasts a length of 372 feet and a storage capacity of 151 acre-feet. While its primary purpose is recreation, Chambers Dam also serves as a low hazard potential structure with a moderate risk assessment rating.

Managed by the Mobile District of the US Army Corps of Engineers, Chambers Dam has not been regulated by the state of Georgia but undergoes regular inspections to ensure its structural integrity. The dam features an uncontrolled spillway and outlet gates, while its condition assessment remains unrated. With a focus on risk management measures and emergency preparedness, Chambers Dam is a vital water resource in Habersham County, providing both recreational opportunities and essential flood control functions for the surrounding area.

Year Completed

1975

Dam Length

372

Dam Height

28

River Or Stream

UNKNOWN

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

10

Hydraulic Height

22

Nid Storage

151

Structural Height

22

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.