Tidwell Lake Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 13, 2025

Tidwell Lake Dam, located in Kingston, Georgia, is a privately-owned structure primarily used for recreational purposes.


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Built by the Natural Resources Conservation Service, this earth dam stands at 26.7 feet high with a hydraulic height of 21.6 feet, providing a storage capacity of 139.7 acre-feet. Despite its low hazard potential, the dam has not been rated for its overall condition, and its last inspection in April 2018 indicated a moderate risk level.

Situated on Stiles Creek in Bartow County, Tidwell Lake Dam serves as a vital resource for water enthusiasts and climate advocates in the region. With a spillway type classified as uncontrolled and outlet gates in the same category, the dam's emergency action plan status and risk management measures remain unspecified. Although the dam's purpose is primarily for recreation, its impact on the local environment and surrounding areas is a topic of interest for researchers and conservationists.

The dam's historical completion date and any modifications over the years are unknown, adding an element of mystery to its construction and design. As climate change continues to pose challenges to water resource management, understanding the infrastructure and risk factors associated with dams like Tidwell Lake Dam is crucial for ensuring the safety and sustainability of these structures in the face of evolving environmental conditions.

Dam Length

402

Dam Height

26.7

River Or Stream

Stiles Creek

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

9.2

Hydraulic Height

21.6

Nid Storage

139.7

Outlet Gates

Uncontrolled

Hazard Potential

Low

Foundations

Unlisted/Unknown

Nid Height

27
       
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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.