Garant Lake Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Garant Lake Dam, located in Taylor, Georgia, is a privately-owned structure primarily used for recreation purposes.


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Summary

This earth dam stands at a height of 15.8 feet, with a hydraulic height of 16.2 feet and a length of 590 feet. The dam has a storage capacity of 75 acre-feet, with a normal storage level of 54 acre-feet, covering a surface area of 7.8 acres. With a low hazard potential and a moderate risk assessment rating of 3, the dam is currently not rated for its condition.

Despite being unregulated by the state and not subject to inspections, Garant Lake Dam serves as a vital recreational resource for the area. Its uncontrolled spillway and outlet gates contribute to its operation, while its risk management measures remain unspecified. The dam's location and design, with its buttress core type and unknown foundation, make it an interesting structure for water resource and climate enthusiasts in Savannah District. The dam's risk assessment highlights the need for ongoing monitoring and maintenance to ensure its safety and functionality for the surrounding community.

Dam Length

590

Dam Height

15.8

River Or Stream

UNKNOWN

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

7.8

Hydraulic Height

16.2

Drainage Area

744

Nid Storage

75

Outlet Gates

Uncontrolled

Hazard Potential

Low

Foundations

Unlisted/Unknown

Nid Height

16
       
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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.