Lower Hudson Lake Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 6, 2025

Lower Hudson Lake Dam, located in Warm Springs, Georgia, was completed in 1971 by the Natural Resources Conservation Service.


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Summary

This earth dam stands at a height of 31.5 feet and has a normal storage capacity of 172.5 acre-feet, providing recreational opportunities for visitors in the area. Despite being privately owned, the dam is state regulated and inspected, ensuring its safety and functionality for the community.

With a low hazard potential and a moderate risk assessment rating, Lower Hudson Lake Dam poses minimal risk to surrounding areas. The dam features an uncontrolled spillway and outlet gates, with an inspection frequency of every 5 years to maintain its condition. The dam's prime purpose is for recreation, serving as a popular spot for outdoor enthusiasts to enjoy the serene surroundings and water activities.

Although not federally owned, Lower Hudson Lake Dam plays a crucial role in water resource management in Meriwether County, Georgia. With its moderate risk assessment and state jurisdiction, the dam serves as a vital structure for both recreational purposes and water storage, showcasing the importance of sustainable dam infrastructure in the face of climate variability and changing water resource needs.

Year Completed

1971

Dam Length

618

Dam Height

31.5

River Or Stream

Name unknown

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

15

Hydraulic Height

29.6

Drainage Area

410

Nid Storage

288

Outlet Gates

Uncontrolled

Hazard Potential

Low

Foundations

Unlisted/Unknown

Nid Height

32
       
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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.