Lake Edith Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Lake Edith Dam, located in Fayetteville, Georgia, is a private earth dam constructed in 1949 for recreational purposes on Pelham Creek.


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Summary

Standing at a height of 26.3 feet with a storage capacity of 180 acre-feet, the dam offers a serene 15.5-acre surface area for water activities. Managed by the Natural Resources Conservation Service, the dam's primary purpose is recreation, attracting water resource and climate enthusiasts to its tranquil surroundings.

With an uncontrolled spillway and outlet gates, Lake Edith Dam has a low hazard potential, making it a safe destination for visitors. Despite not being state-regulated, the dam undergoes regular inspections, with the last one conducted in July 2015. While the condition assessment is not rated, the risk assessment categorizes the dam as moderate (3), highlighting the importance of ongoing risk management measures to ensure its long-term stability.

Enthusiasts of water resources and climate will appreciate Lake Edith Dam as a picturesque location for leisure and outdoor activities. Its historic construction, moderate risk assessment, and scenic setting on Pelham Creek make it a noteworthy destination for those interested in sustainable water management and the intersection of nature and infrastructure.

Year Completed

1949

Dam Length

490

Dam Height

26.3

River Or Stream

PELHAM CREEK

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

15.5

Hydraulic Height

20.4

Drainage Area

975

Nid Storage

180

Outlet Gates

Uncontrolled

Hazard Potential

Low

Foundations

Unlisted/Unknown

Nid Height

26
       
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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.