South Huston Lake Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
South Huston Lake Dam, located in the Lake Harding Community in Harris, Georgia, stands as a testament to both engineering ingenuity and recreational enjoyment.
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Summary
Completed in 1950, this private-owned Earth dam serves primarily for recreation purposes, offering a serene and picturesque backdrop for outdoor enthusiasts. With a height of 24.2 feet and a length of 260 feet, the dam provides a storage capacity of 162.9 acre-feet, making it a vital water resource in the region.
Despite its age, South Huston Lake Dam has a low hazard potential and a moderate risk assessment, indicating its stable condition and management. The dam, featuring an uncontrolled spillway and outlet gates, has not been inspected since December 1990, with an inspection frequency of every 5 years. While its condition assessment remains unrated, the dam continues to serve its intended purpose effectively, showcasing the importance of proper infrastructure maintenance and monitoring in the face of changing climate patterns and water resource management.
As climate change impacts water resources worldwide, the significance of dams like South Huston Lake Dam in managing water supply and recreation becomes increasingly apparent. With its tranquil setting and moderate risk profile, this dam serves as a valuable asset to the community, highlighting the intersection of water management, climate resilience, and recreational enjoyment in the region.
Year Completed |
1950 |
Dam Length |
260 |
Dam Height |
24.2 |
River Or Stream |
UNKNOWN |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
12.8 |
Drainage Area |
240 |
Nid Storage |
162.9 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
24 |
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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.
South Huston Lake Dam