Lake Atagahi Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Lake Atagahi Dam, also known as Mary's Lake Dam, is a private dam located in Gilmer, Georgia.


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Summary

Built in 1972, this earth dam stands at a height of 42 feet and spans 212 feet in length. With a primary purpose of recreation, the dam provides a surface area of 1 acre and has a storage capacity of 31 acre-feet.

Managed by the Georgia Safe Dams Program, Lake Atagahi Dam is state-regulated, inspected, and enforced to ensure its structural integrity and safety. Despite being categorized with a high hazard potential, the dam's condition assessment in 2016 deemed it satisfactory. With a moderate risk level, the dam does not have an Emergency Action Plan in place, but its risk management measures are continuously evaluated to mitigate potential threats.

Situated within the Nashville District, Lake Atagahi Dam offers an idyllic recreational spot for water resource and climate enthusiasts to enjoy. From fishing to boating, visitors can appreciate the beauty of this man-made structure while being surrounded by the natural landscape of Georgia.

Year Completed

1972

Dam Length

212

Dam Height

42

River Or Stream

UNKNOWN

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

1

Drainage Area

200

Nid Storage

31

Outlet Gates

Uncontrolled

Hazard Potential

High

Foundations

Unlisted/Unknown

Nid Height

42
       
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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.