Crossroad Enterprises Lake Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 6, 2025

Crossroad Enterprises Lake Dam, located in Ellaville, Georgia, stands as a private earth dam primarily serving recreational purposes with a storage capacity of 132 acre-feet.


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Summary

The dam, with a height of 22.4 feet and a hydraulic height of 19.1 feet, spans a length of 240 feet and covers a surface area of 12 acres. Despite being unregulated by the state, it undergoes regular inspections, with the last one conducted in May 2016, revealing a low hazard potential and a moderate risk assessment.

Although the dam's condition assessment remains unrated, its emergency action plan status and risk management measures are unclear. Nonetheless, the structure boasts an uncontrolled spillway and outlet gates, posing limited risk to downstream areas. The dam's picturesque location in Schley County, Georgia, and its contribution to the local recreational scene make it a notable feature for water resource and climate enthusiasts looking to explore the diverse landscape of the Savannah District.

Dam Length

240

Dam Height

22.4

River Or Stream

UNKNOWN

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

12

Hydraulic Height

19.1

Drainage Area

163

Nid Storage

132

Outlet Gates

Uncontrolled

Hazard Potential

Low

Foundations

Unlisted/Unknown

Nid Height

22
       
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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.