Weldon Lake Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Weldon Lake Dam, located in Liberty Hill, Georgia, serves as a recreational spot along Edie Creek.
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Summary
This private earth dam stands at a height of 15.6 feet and has a hydraulic height of 11.7 feet. With a storage capacity of 82 acre-feet, the dam covers a surface area of 10.6 acres and drains an area of 600 acres. Despite its uncontrolled spillway and outlet gates, the dam has a low hazard potential and is currently rated as not assessed for its condition.
The dam, managed by a private entity, is not regulated by the state or inspected regularly. It was designed by an unknown entity and serves primarily for recreational purposes. The risk associated with Weldon Lake Dam is moderate, with a risk assessment score of 3. With no emergency action plan in place and limited information on risk management measures, enthusiasts of water resources and climate may find Weldon Lake Dam an intriguing case study in dam safety and recreational development.
Dam Length |
275 |
Dam Height |
15.6 |
River Or Stream |
EDIE CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
10.6 |
Hydraulic Height |
11.7 |
Drainage Area |
600 |
Nid Storage |
82 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
16 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Shoal Creek At Shoal Creek Rd
|
17cfs |
Flint River Near Griffin
|
341cfs |
Ocmulgee River Near Jackson
|
1600cfs |
Flint River Near Lovejoy
|
95cfs |
Line Creek Near Senoia
|
24cfs |
Pates Creek At Buster Lewis Rd Near Flippen
|
5cfs |
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.
Weldon Lake Dam