Floyd Lake Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Floyd Lake Dam, located in Troup, Georgia, was completed in 1950 and serves as a recreation spot for water resource and climate enthusiasts.


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Summary

The dam is privately owned and primarily designed for recreational purposes, with a height of 14 feet and a length of 375 feet. Its earth core and buttress structure contribute to its stability, with a low hazard potential and a moderate risk assessment rating.

Despite being unregulated by the state and without a designated state jurisdiction, Floyd Lake Dam offers a serene environment for outdoor activities in the Smiths Mill environs. The dam has a storage capacity of 50 acre-feet, with a normal storage level of 25 acre-feet and a surface area of 8 acres. The spillway is uncontrolled, and the outlet gates are also unregulated, emphasizing the focus on recreation rather than flood control or water management.

While the dam's condition is currently unrated, its risk assessment indicates moderate risk management measures in place. The dam has not undergone recent inspections or assessments, but its low hazard potential suggests a relatively stable structure. Despite its lack of state regulation and oversight, Floyd Lake Dam remains a popular destination for water enthusiasts seeking a peaceful retreat in the heart of Georgia.

Year Completed

1950

Dam Length

375

Dam Height

14

River Or Stream

UNKNOWN

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

8

Nid Storage

50

Outlet Gates

Uncontrolled

Hazard Potential

Low

Foundations

Unlisted/Unknown

Nid Height

14
       
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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.
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