Marie Lake Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Lake Marie Dam Shellhouse Lake Dam
Last Updated: December 13, 2025
Marie Lake Dam, located in Pachitla Environs, Georgia, was completed in 1941 and serves primarily for irrigation purposes.
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Summary
The dam is of Earth type with a buttress core, standing at a height of 15.8 feet and stretching a length of 618 feet. It has a storage capacity of 98.3 acre-feet, with a normal storage level of 53.6 acre-feet and a surface area of 10.5 acres.
Despite being privately owned and not regulated by the state, Marie Lake Dam has a low hazard potential and is currently rated as "Not Rated" in terms of condition assessment. The dam has an uncontrolled spillway and outlet gates, with no specific inspection frequency or emergency action plan in place. While the risk assessment is moderate, the dam has not been assigned a Dam Safety Action Classification (DSAC) date, and there is limited information on risk management measures in case of emergencies.
Water resource and climate enthusiasts may find Marie Lake Dam intriguing for its historical significance and engineering characteristics. With its location in Randolph County, Georgia, and association with irrigation activities, the dam's impact on the local water supply and ecosystem could be of interest for those studying water management and conservation in the region. While the dam currently poses a low hazard potential, further evaluation and monitoring of its condition and risk management protocols may be necessary to ensure the safety and sustainability of the surrounding area's water resources.
Year Completed |
1941 |
Dam Length |
618 |
Dam Height |
15.8 |
River Or Stream |
UNKNOWN |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
10.5 |
Drainage Area |
1220 |
Nid Storage |
98.3 |
Structural Height |
14 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
16 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Pachitla Creek Near Edison
|
139cfs |
Ichawaynochaway Creek At Ga 37
|
249cfs |
Kinchafoonee Creek At Preston
|
101cfs |
Kinchafoonee Creek Near Dawson
|
348cfs |
Ichawaynochaway Creek At Milford
|
418cfs |
Hannahatchee Creek At Union
|
46cfs |
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.
Marie Lake Dam