Walden Woods Lake Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Walden Woods Lake Dam, also known as Gilmore Lake No.
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Summary
3 Dam, is a private earth dam located in Washington, Georgia. Built in 1965 by the Soil Conservation Service, this dam stands at a height of 24 feet and stretches 1136 feet in length. With a primary purpose of recreation, the dam provides a storage capacity of 115 acre-feet, with a normal storage level of 89 acre-feet, covering a surface area of 9 acres.
The dam, situated on TR-ROBINSON CREEK, is regulated by the Georgia Safe Dams Program and undergoes regular inspections to ensure its safety. However, the dam is currently rated as having a high hazard potential with a poor condition assessment as of the last inspection in March 2017. Despite these concerns, the risk assessment for the dam is categorized as moderate (3), prompting the need for continued monitoring and risk management measures to prevent any potential emergencies.
For water resource and climate enthusiasts, Walden Woods Lake Dam presents a fascinating case study in dam infrastructure and management. With its unique design and recreational purpose, coupled with its location in the Sandersville environs, the dam serves as a crucial water storage facility for the local area. However, the dam's high hazard potential and poor condition highlight the importance of ongoing maintenance and risk assessment to ensure the safety of the surrounding community and the integrity of the dam structure in the face of changing climate conditions.
Year Completed |
1965 |
Dam Length |
1136 |
Dam Height |
24 |
River Or Stream |
TR-ROBINSON CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
9 |
Drainage Area |
192 |
Nid Storage |
115 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
High |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
24 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Williamson Swamp Creek At Davisboro
|
150cfs |
Buffalo Creek At Ga 272
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120cfs |
Oconee River At Avant Mine
|
1570cfs |
Oconee River Near Oconee
|
3050cfs |
Oconee River At Milledgeville
|
635cfs |
Oconee River At Dublin
|
2820cfs |
Dam Data Reference
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.
Walden Woods Lake Dam