Young Lake Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Young Lake Dam, located in Trenton, Georgia, was completed in 1965 for recreational purposes.


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Summary

This private-owned earth dam stands at a height of 21.2 feet with a hydraulic height of 17.7 feet, creating a reservoir with a normal storage capacity of 35.7 acre-feet. The dam has a low hazard potential and has not been rated for its condition assessment.

Despite being unregulated by the state, Young Lake Dam poses a moderate risk, with a risk assessment score of 3 out of 5. The dam features an uncontrolled spillway and outlet gates, with no associated structures or locks. With a maximum discharge capacity of 77 cubic feet per second, the dam covers a surface area of 5.5 acres and has a drainage area of 0. In the event of an emergency, the dam's Emergency Action Plan status and risk management measures remain unspecified.

Water resource and climate enthusiasts may find Young Lake Dam intriguing for its unique design and purpose, providing a recreational oasis in Dade County, Georgia. While the dam's maintenance and regulatory status may raise some concerns, its low hazard potential and moderate risk suggest a relatively stable structure. Further exploration of the dam's history, management strategies, and potential impacts on the surrounding environment could offer valuable insights for those interested in the intersection of water management and climate resilience.

Year Completed

1965

Dam Length

300

Dam Height

21.2

River Or Stream

Unknown

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

5.5

Hydraulic Height

17.7

Nid Storage

77

Outlet Gates

Uncontrolled

Hazard Potential

Low

Foundations

Unlisted/Unknown

Nid Height

21
       
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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.