Greene - Bue- Springer Lake Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 13, 2025

Greene - Bue- Springer Lake Dam, located in Robertson Chapel Environs, Georgia, is a privately owned earth dam primarily used for recreation, with a height of 11 feet and a length of 345 feet.


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Summary

Completed in 1960, the dam has a storage capacity of 131 acre-feet and serves a drainage area of 470 acres. The dam is classified as low hazard potential with a moderate risk assessment rating.

Despite being a privately owned structure, the dam falls under state jurisdiction and is subject to regular inspections to ensure its safety. The last inspection was conducted in November 2004, with a frequency of every 5 years. The dam has an uncontrolled spillway and outlet gates, with no associated locks. While the condition assessment is currently not rated, the overall risk management measures are considered moderate.

Water resource and climate enthusiasts may find Greene - Bue- Springer Lake Dam an interesting case study in dam management and risk assessment. With its recreational purpose and moderate risk profile, this dam offers insights into the importance of regular inspections and maintenance to ensure public safety and the protection of surrounding areas from potential inundation events.

Year Completed

1960

Dam Length

345

Dam Height

11

River Or Stream

UNKNOWN

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

12

Drainage Area

470

Nid Storage

131

Outlet Gates

Uncontrolled

Hazard Potential

Low

Foundations

Unlisted/Unknown

Nid Height

11
       
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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.