4-J Farms Lower Lake Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: 4 J'S 4-J Farms (Upper) Lake Dam
Last Updated: December 6, 2025
4-J Farms Lower Lake Dam, also known as Pierceson Lake Dam, is a privately owned earth dam located on Indian Creek in Crawford, Georgia.
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Summary
Completed in 1974, this dam serves primarily for recreational purposes, providing a storage capacity of 206 acre-feet and a surface area of 18 acres. The dam stands at a height of 20 feet and stretches 360 feet in length, with an uncontrolled spillway type.
Despite its recreational value, the 4-J Farms Lower Lake Dam poses a high hazard potential with a poor condition assessment as of January 2013. The dam is regulated by the Georgia Safe Dams Program, which requires regular inspections and enforcement to ensure public safety. With a moderate risk rating of 3, there is a need for risk management measures to address the dam's potential hazards and improve its overall condition.
As water resource and climate enthusiasts explore the intricate details of 4-J Farms Lower Lake Dam, they are drawn to the challenges it faces in maintaining safety and functionality. With the potential for high hazard and a poor condition assessment, there is a pressing need for risk assessment, management measures, and regular inspections to ensure the dam's integrity and mitigate any potential risks to the surrounding community and environment.
Year Completed |
1974 |
Dam Length |
360 |
Dam Height |
20 |
River Or Stream |
INDIAN CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
18 |
Hydraulic Height |
20 |
Nid Storage |
206 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
High |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
20 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Tobesofkee Creek Near Macon
|
499cfs |
Flint River Near Culloden
|
1200cfs |
Flint River At Ga 26
|
2270cfs |
Ocmulgee River At Macon
|
1910cfs |
Turkey Creek At Byromville
|
10cfs |
Falling Creek Near Juliette
|
20cfs |
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.
4-J Farms Lower Lake Dam