Pine Log Creek Watershed Str #66 Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Located in Bartow, Georgia, the Pine Log Creek Watershed Str #66, also known as Falk Lake Dam, was completed in 1969 and serves the primary purpose of flood risk reduction along the Little Pine Log Creek.


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Summary

This earth dam stands at 35 feet in height, with a hydraulic height of 29 feet and a length of 490 feet, providing a storage capacity of 249 acre-feet. Despite its critical role in managing floodwaters, the dam's condition assessment is rated as poor, with a high hazard potential and a moderate risk assessment.

Operated by the state government and designed by the Natural Resources Conservation Service, this dam is subject to state jurisdiction, permitting, inspection, and enforcement. However, with its poor condition and high hazard potential, there is a pressing need for maintenance and risk management measures to ensure the safety and effectiveness of the structure. The last inspection in January 2020 highlighted these concerns, prompting a closer look at the dam's structural integrity and emergency preparedness.

In the midst of climate change and increasing water resource challenges, the Pine Log Creek Watershed Str #66 serves as a critical infrastructure for flood risk reduction in the region. As climate patterns become more unpredictable, the importance of maintaining and upgrading such structures becomes paramount to protect communities and ecosystems downstream. Advocating for regular inspections, maintenance, and risk management measures is essential to safeguarding this vital water resource in Bartow, Georgia.

Year Completed

1969

Dam Length

490

Dam Height

35

River Or Stream

LITTLE PINE LOG CREEK

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

4.4

Hydraulic Height

29

Drainage Area

691

Nid Storage

249

Outlet Gates

Uncontrolled

Hazard Potential

High

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.