West Mangham Lake Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

West Mangham Lake Dam, located in DeKalb, Georgia, serves as a vital recreational resource for the area.


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Summary

Built in 1940, this earth dam stands 27 feet tall and spans 575 feet along the Buck Creek. With a storage capacity of 177 acre-feet, the dam offers a serene 19-acre surface area for visitors to enjoy various water activities.

Despite its low hazard potential and moderate risk assessment, West Mangham Lake Dam has not been rated for its current condition. However, regular inspections are conducted every five years to ensure its safety and integrity. The dam features an uncontrolled spillway and outlet gates, making it a key piece of infrastructure for water management in the region.

Owned privately, West Mangham Lake Dam stands as a testament to the importance of water resources in maintaining a balance between recreation and natural preservation. With its picturesque setting and vital role in the local ecosystem, this dam is a must-visit destination for water resource and climate enthusiasts looking to appreciate the intersection of human ingenuity and nature's beauty.

Year Completed

1940

Dam Length

575

Dam Height

27

River Or Stream

BUCK CREEK

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

19

Hydraulic Height

13.6

Drainage Area

315

Nid Storage

177

Structural Height

13.6

Outlet Gates

Uncontrolled

Hazard Potential

Low

Foundations

Unlisted/Unknown

Nid Height

27
       
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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.