Buccaneer Lake Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Buccaneer Lake Dam, located in Monroe, Georgia, is a private earth dam with a primary purpose of recreation.


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Summary

Built in 1958 by the Natural Resources Conservation Service, the dam stands at 38 feet high and spans 855 feet in length. With a storage capacity of 1300 acre-feet and a surface area of 40 acres, the dam serves as a vital resource for the surrounding community.

Despite its satisfactory condition assessment, the dam poses a high hazard potential, prompting biennial inspections to ensure its safety. The Georgia Safe Dams Program regulates and enforces state jurisdiction over the dam, with the last inspection conducted in January 2017. With a moderate risk assessment rating of 3, the dam's risk management measures are critical in preventing any potential disasters.

As a significant feature on Jacks Branch, Buccaneer Lake Dam not only provides recreational opportunities but also plays a crucial role in water resource management in the area. Climate and water resource enthusiasts can appreciate the dam's design and purpose, while recognizing the importance of ongoing maintenance and risk management to ensure its continued safe operation.

Year Completed

1958

Dam Length

855

Dam Height

38

River Or Stream

JACKS BRANCH

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

40

Drainage Area

1290

Nid Storage

1300

Outlet Gates

Uncontrolled

Hazard Potential

High

Foundations

Unlisted/Unknown

Nid Height

38
       
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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.