Turner Lake Dam Reservoir Report
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Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Turner Lake Dam, located in Upson, Georgia, was completed in 1954 and is primarily used for recreation purposes.
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Summary
The dam is classified as an Earth type dam with a height of 21 feet and a length of 600 feet, creating a reservoir with a storage capacity of 171 acre-feet. The dam is situated on Auchumpkee Creek and is managed by a private owner.
Despite being a low hazard potential structure, the dam has not been rated for its condition assessment. It is subject to regular inspections, with the last one conducted in June 2018. The dam's risk assessment is categorized as moderate, highlighting the importance of ongoing monitoring and maintenance to ensure its safety and stability. The dam features an uncontrolled spillway and outlet gates, with no associated locks.
Turner Lake Dam serves as a significant feature in the Yatesville Environs area, providing opportunities for recreational activities and contributing to the local water resource management. As climate change continues to impact water availability and quality, the importance of maintaining and monitoring dams like Turner Lake Dam becomes increasingly crucial in ensuring the resilience of water infrastructure and the protection of surrounding communities and ecosystems.
Year Completed |
1954 |
Dam Length |
600 |
Dam Height |
21 |
River Or Stream |
AUCHUMPKEE CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
13 |
Drainage Area |
428 |
Nid Storage |
171 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
21 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Flint River Near Culloden
|
1240cfs |
Tobesofkee Creek Near Macon
|
6cfs |
Falling Creek Near Juliette
|
21cfs |
Shoal Creek At Shoal Creek Rd
|
17cfs |
Flint River Near Griffin
|
341cfs |
Ocmulgee River At Macon
|
2030cfs |
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.
Turner Lake Dam