Legion Lake Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Legion Lake Dam, located in Villa Rica, Georgia, along Turkey Creek, has been providing recreational opportunities since its completion in 1950.


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Summary

This private-owned earth dam stands at a height of 24.5 feet, with a hydraulic height of 20.2 feet, and a length of 525 feet. The dam has a storage capacity of 653 acre-feet, with a normal storage level of 422.3 acre-feet, covering a surface area of 51.5 acres in a drainage area of 1978 acres.

Despite being categorized as having a low hazard potential, Legion Lake Dam is under state jurisdiction and regularly inspected for safety. With an uncontrolled spillway and outlet gates, the dam is designed primarily for recreation purposes. The risk assessment for Legion Lake Dam indicates a moderate risk level, with no specific risk management measures outlined at this time. Enthusiasts of water resources and climate in the Carroll County area can appreciate the significance of Legion Lake Dam both for its recreational value and its role in water management along Turkey Creek.

Year Completed

1950

Dam Length

525

Dam Height

24.5

River Or Stream

TURKEY CREEK

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

51.5

Hydraulic Height

20.2

Drainage Area

1978

Nid Storage

653

Outlet Gates

Uncontrolled

Hazard Potential

Low

Foundations

Unlisted/Unknown

Nid Height

25
       
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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.