Sweet Georgia Farms Lake Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 6, 2025
Located in Tift, Georgia, Sweet Georgia Farms Lake Dam is a privately owned structure designed by the Natural Resources Conservation Service with a primary purpose of recreation.
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Summary
Built in 1973, this earth dam stands at a height of 18.4 feet and has a length of 490 feet, creating a reservoir with a storage capacity of 162 acre-feet. The dam, classified as low hazard potential, has not been rated for condition assessment but is inspected every 5 years.
The dam features an uncontrolled spillway and outlet gates, serving as a popular recreational spot for locals and visitors alike. With a surface area of 16 acres and a drainage area of 160 acres, the dam provides not only water storage but also opportunities for fishing, boating, and other outdoor activities. While the risk assessment categorizes the structure as moderate, measures for risk management are not specified in the available data.
Overall, Sweet Georgia Farms Lake Dam is a significant landmark in the area, offering both functional and leisure benefits to the community. As an integral part of the local environment, this dam serves as a testament to the balancing act between water resource management and recreational enjoyment in the region.
Year Completed |
1973 |
Dam Length |
490 |
Dam Height |
18.4 |
River Or Stream |
NO NAME |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
16 |
Drainage Area |
160 |
Nid Storage |
162 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
18 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Little R At Tifton Worth Co Line Rd
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0cfs |
Alapaha River Near Alapaha
|
12cfs |
Flint River At Ga 32
|
4340cfs |
Little River Near Adel
|
3cfs |
Flint River At Albany
|
3510cfs |
Muckalee Creek At Ga 195
|
419cfs |
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.
Sweet Georgia Farms Lake Dam