Lake Inez Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Saul Pond Dam Rachel Lake I
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Lake Inez Dam, located in Richmond, Georgia, is a private earth dam designed by King & Peacock with a primary purpose of recreation.
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Summary
Standing at a height of 23 feet and with a length of 630 feet, the dam has a storage capacity of 71 acre-feet and a surface area of 6 acres. While the dam is unregulated by the state and has not been inspected or rated for its condition, it is classified as having a low hazard potential and a moderate risk level.
Despite its somewhat unassuming profile, Lake Inez Dam offers a tranquil escape for water resource and climate enthusiasts seeking recreational activities. The dam's uncontrolled spillway and outlet gates add to its natural allure, providing a serene setting for fishing, boating, and wildlife observation. Situated within a 550-acre drainage area, the dam presents an opportunity to appreciate the delicate balance between human intervention and environmental stewardship.
While Lake Inez Dam may not be subject to stringent regulatory oversight, its presence serves as a reminder of the importance of responsible dam management. With its moderate risk level and low hazard potential, the dam represents a harmonious blend of human ingenuity and natural beauty, inviting visitors to explore and appreciate the interconnectedness of water resources and climate dynamics.
Dam Length |
630 |
Dam Height |
23 |
River Or Stream |
UNKNOWN |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
6 |
Drainage Area |
550 |
Nid Storage |
71 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
23 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Spirit Creek At Us 1
|
11cfs |
Butler Creek Below 7th Avenue
|
8cfs |
Savannah River At Augusta
|
6790cfs |
Brier Creek Near Waynesboro
|
399cfs |
Augusta Canal Nr Augusta (Upper)
|
2080cfs |
Stevens Creek Near Modoc
|
149cfs |
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.
Lake Inez Dam