Tate Lake Dam, located in Middleton, Georgia, was completed in 1959 by the Natural Resources Conservation Service.
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This Earth dam stands at a height of 15 feet and stretches 285 feet in length, providing a storage capacity of 58 acre-feet for purposes such as fire protection, stock, small fish pond, and recreation. Despite its uncontrolled spillway and outlet gates, the dam's hazard potential remains undetermined, with a moderate risk assessment rating of 3.
The dam has not been inspected since September 1984, and its condition assessment is currently rated as "Not Rated." While the dam is not state-regulated, maintained, or inspected, it is privately owned and serves multiple purposes for the local community. With its location in Elbert County and moderate risk level, Tate Lake Dam presents an intriguing case study for water resource and climate enthusiasts interested in the management and maintenance of small-scale dams in the region.
Year Completed |
1959 |
Dam Length |
285 |
Dam Height |
15 |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
7 |
Nid Storage |
58 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
Undetermined |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
15 |
Beaverdam Creek Ab Elberton Ga
|
46cfs |
Broad River Near Bell
|
906cfs |
Broad River Above Carlton
|
418cfs |
South Fork Broad River At Carlton
|
87cfs |
Little River Near Mt. Carmel
|
83cfs |
Rocky River Nr Starr
|
58cfs |
| Location | Reservations | Toilets |
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Richard B. Russell State Park
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Calhoun Falls State Rec Area
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River's Edge Campground
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