Upper Twin Lake Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Upper Twin Lake Dam, located in Fulton, Georgia, was completed in 1945 with a primary purpose of recreation.


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Summary

This private-owned Earth dam stands at 39 feet in height and spans 876 feet in length, providing a storage capacity of 1170 acre-feet. With a surface area of 36 acres and a drainage area of 396 square miles, the dam serves as a recreational hotspot for water resource and climate enthusiasts.

Despite its low hazard potential, Upper Twin Lake Dam has not been rated for its condition assessment, with the last inspection conducted in May 2017. The dam features uncontrolled spillways and outlet gates, with a moderate risk assessment score of 3. While the dam has not been modified in recent years and does not fall under the jurisdiction of state regulation, it remains a vital component in the local water resource infrastructure.

Overall, Upper Twin Lake Dam is a significant structure in the region, offering recreational opportunities and contributing to the surrounding ecosystem. With its historical significance and moderate risk assessment, the dam serves as a point of interest for enthusiasts interested in water resources and climate management in the area.

Year Completed

1945

Dam Length

876

Dam Height

39

River Or Stream

UNKNOWN

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

36

Drainage Area

396

Nid Storage

1170

Outlet Gates

Uncontrolled

Hazard Potential

Low

Foundations

Unlisted/Unknown

Nid Height

39
       
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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.