West Lake Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Lake Wessinger Dam Lake Frank Dam
Last Updated: December 6, 2025
West Lake Dam in Carroll, Georgia, is a private earth dam primarily used for recreation purposes.
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Summary
Standing at 24.1 feet high with a hydraulic height of 20.4 feet, the dam boasts a storage capacity of 148 acre-feet and covers a surface area of 10.1 acres. Although the dam is uncontrolled with an unlisted foundation type, it poses a low hazard potential and has not been rated for its condition.
Despite being state regulated and inspected, West Lake Dam has not undergone recent modifications or assessments. The dam is located in the Mobile District and falls under the jurisdiction of A. Drew Ferguson IV. With a moderate risk assessment rating of 3, the dam lacks emergency action plans and inundation maps. While the dam's risk management measures are not specified, its recreational purpose and peaceful surroundings make it an attractive destination for water resource and climate enthusiasts in the area.
Dam Length |
420 |
Dam Height |
24.1 |
River Or Stream |
UNKNOWN |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
10.1 |
Hydraulic Height |
20.4 |
Drainage Area |
203 |
Nid Storage |
148 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
24 |
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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.
West Lake Dam