Lake Neva Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Lake Neva Dam, also known as Tillman Lake Dam, is a private-owned structure located in Valdosta, Georgia.


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Summary

Designed by the Natural Resources Conservation Service, this earth dam stands at a height of 14.4 feet and was completed in 1956. Its primary purposes include fire protection and serving as a stock or small fish pond, with a storage capacity of 317 acre-feet and a surface area of 24 acres.

With a low hazard potential and a moderate risk assessment, Lake Neva Dam is equipped with uncontrolled spillways and outlet gates. The dam, which has a drainage area of 480 acres, plays a crucial role in the local ecosystem and serves as a source of water for various activities in the region. Despite not being state-regulated, the dam undergoes inspections every five years to ensure its structural integrity and safety.

Enthusiasts of water resources and climate will find Lake Neva Dam to be a fascinating structure that contributes to the management of water resources in Lowndes County, Georgia. Its rich history, design by the SCS, and continued maintenance highlight its importance as a vital part of the local landscape. As climate change continues to impact water availability and quality, understanding and monitoring dams like Lake Neva Dam becomes increasingly crucial for sustainability efforts in the region.

Year Completed

1956

Dam Length

520

Dam Height

14.4

River Or Stream

UNKNOWN

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

24

Hydraulic Height

13

Drainage Area

480

Nid Storage

317

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.