Athens Country Club Lake Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Athens Country Club Lake Dam, located in Athens, Georgia, is a private earth dam primarily used for recreation purposes, with a maximum storage capacity of 80 acre-feet.


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The dam stands at a height of 18.8 feet and spans a length of 388 feet, creating a surface area of 9.5 acres. Despite being uncontrolled, the dam's hazard potential is rated as low, and its condition assessment is currently marked as not rated.

Although the dam has not undergone recent inspections or condition assessments since 1989, its risk assessment is moderate, with a DSAC risk rating of 3. While the dam has not been regulated or inspected by state agencies, its risk management measures and emergency action plans are currently unspecified. The dam's geographical coordinates are 33.973889 latitude and -83.406944 longitude, with the surrounding area falling under the jurisdiction of Clarke County, Georgia.

Water resource and climate enthusiasts interested in the Athens Country Club Lake Dam may find its recreational purpose and low hazard potential intriguing, despite its moderate risk assessment. The dam's historical data and lack of recent inspections could raise concerns about its current condition and emergency preparedness, prompting further investigation into its maintenance and risk management measures. Located within the Savannah District, this private dam serves as a unique feature in the Athens landscape, offering both recreational opportunities and potential challenges for future monitoring and upkeep.

Dam Length

388

Dam Height

18.8

River Or Stream

UNKNOWN

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

9.5

Drainage Area

228

Nid Storage

80

Outlet Gates

Uncontrolled

Hazard Potential

Low

Foundations

Unlisted/Unknown

Nid Height

19
       
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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.