Zvejnieks Lake Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 6, 2025
Zvejnieks Lake Dam, located in Carroll, Georgia, is a privately owned structure completed in 1958 for fire protection, stock, or as a small fish pond.
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Summary
This Earth-type dam stands at a height of 24.9 feet with a hydraulic height of 21.8 feet, creating a reservoir with a storage capacity of 93.3 acre-feet. The dam is situated on Indian Branch, a tributary of unknown foundation, and serves a drainage area of 171 square miles.
Despite its low hazard potential, the dam's condition assessment is currently not rated, indicating a lack of recent inspection data. The risk assessment for Zvejnieks Lake Dam deems it as moderate, highlighting the importance of implementing risk management measures to ensure its continued safety and functionality. With its picturesque surroundings and vital role in water resource management, this dam serves as a valuable asset for the local community while also posing unique challenges for climate and water resource enthusiasts to study and monitor.
Year Completed |
1958 |
Dam Length |
480 |
Dam Height |
24.9 |
River Or Stream |
INDIAN BRANCH |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
7.4 |
Hydraulic Height |
21.8 |
Drainage Area |
171 |
Nid Storage |
93.3 |
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.
Zvejnieks Lake Dam