Regents Lake Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 6, 2025

Regents Lake Dam, located in Griffin, Georgia, was completed in 1950 and stands at a height of 19 feet with a storage capacity of 122 acre-feet.


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Summary

This private earth dam serves a primary purpose of "Other" and is classified as a buttress dam type. With a low hazard potential and a moderate risk assessment rating, the dam is inspected every 5 years to ensure its structural integrity and safety measures are up to standard.

Despite being unlisted for foundations, the dam boasts a length of 600 feet and a surface area of 10 acres, serving as a crucial water resource in Spalding County. The dam's primary source agency is in Georgia, and it falls under the jurisdiction of the state regulatory agency. With a controlled spillway type and uncontrolled outlet gates, Regents Lake Dam plays a vital role in managing water flow and storage in the region.

Water resource and climate enthusiasts can appreciate the significance of Regents Lake Dam in maintaining water levels and drainage in the area. The dam's location in Griffin, Georgia, coupled with its history of completion and storage capacity, highlights its importance in water management and conservation efforts. As a privately-owned structure with a focus on safety and risk management, Regents Lake Dam stands as a testament to effective infrastructure planning and maintenance in the face of changing climate patterns and water resource challenges.

Year Completed

1950

Dam Length

600

Dam Height

19

River Or Stream

UNKNOWN

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

10

Hydraulic Height

17

Drainage Area

142

Nid Storage

122

Outlet Gates

Uncontrolled

Hazard Potential

Low

Foundations

Unlisted/Unknown

Nid Height

19
       
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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.