Padgett's Lake Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Wax Lake Dam Todd Lake Dam
Last Updated: December 13, 2025
Padgett's Lake Dam, located in Silver Creek, Georgia, was completed in 1944 and serves as a private recreational facility for water resource and climate enthusiasts.
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Summary
This earth dam, with a height of 8.4 feet and a length of 294 feet, has a storage capacity of 77.5 acre-feet and covers a surface area of 15 acres. The dam's primary purpose is recreation, and it features an uncontrolled spillway and outlet gates.
Despite being privately owned, Padgett's Lake Dam is not regulated or inspected by the state of Georgia. The dam's hazard potential is rated as low, with a moderate risk assessment score of 3. The condition of the dam is listed as "Not Rated," and it has not undergone a formal assessment or emergency action plan preparation. While the dam does not fall under the jurisdiction of the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, it remains an important asset for the local community and offers opportunities for outdoor activities and water-based recreation.
Year Completed |
1944 |
Dam Length |
294 |
Dam Height |
8.4 |
River Or Stream |
Name unknown |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
15 |
Drainage Area |
70 |
Nid Storage |
77.5 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
8 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Etowah River At Ga 1 Loop
|
1810cfs |
Etowah River Near Kingston
|
555cfs |
Coosa River Near Rome
|
3950cfs |
Oostanaula River Near Rome
|
1050cfs |
Two Run Creek Near Kingston
|
9cfs |
Cedar Creek Near Cedartown
|
90cfs |
Dam Data Reference
Condition Assessment
SatisfactoryNo 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
HighDams 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.
Padgett's Lake Dam