Connie Lake Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Connie Lake Dam, located in Carrollton, Georgia, is a privately owned structure constructed in 1956 for recreational purposes along Hesterlee Creek.


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Summary

The dam stands at a height of 26.6 feet and has a maximum storage capacity of 229.2 acre-feet with a normal storage level of 134.2 acre-feet. The dam is primarily an earth-type structure with a buttress core, and it features an uncontrolled spillway and outlet gates.

Despite being privately owned, the dam is subject to state inspection and regulation, ensuring its safety and compliance with guidelines. The hazard potential of the dam is rated as low, and its overall condition is currently not rated. The last inspection was conducted in October 2017, with a frequency of every five years. While the dam has a moderate risk assessment rating, there are no specific risk management measures or inundation maps prepared for emergency response.

Connie Lake Dam serves as a vital recreational spot in the area, offering both environmental and leisure benefits. Its location in Carrollton, Georgia, provides a picturesque setting for outdoor activities, attracting water resource and climate enthusiasts alike. Despite its age, the dam continues to play a significant role in the local community while being closely monitored for any potential risks or hazards.

Year Completed

1956

Dam Length

579

Dam Height

26.6

River Or Stream

HESTERLEE CREEK

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

15.6

Hydraulic Height

22

Nid Storage

229.2

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.