Grimaude Lake Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Lindsey Lake Dam Boyd Lake Dam
Last Updated: December 13, 2025
Located in Wilkes, Georgia, the Grimaude Lake Dam stands as a testament to engineering excellence, completed in 1960 with a primary purpose classified as "Other." This private-owned earth dam with a buttress core type measures 16 feet in height and spans 425 feet in length, holding a storage capacity of 64 acre-feet.
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Summary
The dam's spillway is uncontrolled, reflecting a low hazard potential and a moderate risk assessment rating.
Despite not being regulated by the state, this dam serves as a vital component of the local water resource infrastructure, contributing to the management of water flow in the area. With its picturesque 7-acre surface area and strategic location within the Clark Creek environs, Grimaude Lake Dam remains a crucial structure for the surrounding community. While its condition assessment is currently "Not Rated," ongoing risk management measures ensure the safety and stability of this essential water resource asset.
Year Completed |
1960 |
Dam Length |
425 |
Dam Height |
16 |
River Or Stream |
UNKNOWN |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
7 |
Nid Storage |
64 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
16 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Broad River Near Bell
|
697cfs |
Kettle Creek Near Washington
|
6cfs |
South Fork Broad River At Carlton
|
87cfs |
Broad River Above Carlton
|
338cfs |
Little River Near Washington
|
49cfs |
Beaverdam Creek Ab Elberton Ga
|
38cfs |
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.
Grimaude Lake Dam