Schroeder Lake Dam Reservoir Report
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Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Schroeder Lake Dam, also known as Irwin Lake Dam, is a private dam located in Fort Lamar, Georgia.
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Summary
Built in 1960 by the Soil Conservation Service (SCS), this earth dam stands at a height of 25 feet and serves primarily for recreational purposes with a storage capacity of 62 acre-feet. The dam has a low hazard potential and is not currently rated in terms of its condition assessment.
Although the dam is privately owned, it is subject to state jurisdiction and inspection, ensuring its safety and compliance with regulations. The dam features an uncontrolled spillway and outlet gates, designed to manage water levels and flow. Situated on an unknown river or stream in Madison County, Georgia, Schroeder Lake Dam provides a picturesque and serene environment for water resource and climate enthusiasts to enjoy. With its moderate risk assessment and periodic inspection frequency, the dam continues to play a vital role in recreational activities in the area.
Year Completed |
1960 |
Dam Length |
300 |
Dam Height |
25 |
River Or Stream |
UNKNOWN |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
5 |
Hydraulic Height |
17 |
Nid Storage |
62 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
25 |
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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.
Schroeder Lake Dam