Moss Lake Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Moss Lake Dam, located in Calhoun, Georgia, was completed in 1958 and serves as a recreational spot for water resource and climate enthusiasts.


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Summary

The dam, primarily owned by private entities, stands at a height of 22.1 feet and spans 639 feet in length, holding a maximum storage capacity of 539 acre-feet. Situated on Town Creek in Gordon County, the dam is classified as an Earth dam with a Buttress core type, featuring an uncontrolled spillway and outlet gates.

With a low hazard potential and a moderate risk assessment rating, Moss Lake Dam has not been rated for its condition as of the last inspection in February 2018. The dam is not state regulated but undergoes regular inspections, with a frequency of 5 years. While it lacks certain risk management measures and emergency preparedness protocols, the dam continues to provide a safe and enjoyable environment for recreational activities. Moss Lake Dam stands as a testament to responsible water resource management and serves as a vital part of the local ecosystem for residents and visitors alike.

Year Completed

1958

Dam Length

639

Dam Height

22.1

River Or Stream

Town Creek

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

38

Nid Storage

539

Outlet Gates

Uncontrolled

Hazard Potential

Low

Foundations

Unlisted/Unknown

Nid Height

22
       
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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.
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