Carl Graham Lake Dam Reservoir Report
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Last Updated: December 13, 2025
Carl Graham Lake Dam, also known as Graham's Pond, is a private recreational dam located in Laurens, Georgia.
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Summary
Completed in 1970, this earth dam stands at a height of 19 feet and stretches 640 feet in length, providing a storage capacity of 218 acre-feet. The dam's primary purpose is for recreation, offering a surface area of 20 acres for water enthusiasts to enjoy.
Managed by the Natural Resources Conservation Service, Carl Graham Lake Dam has a low hazard potential and a moderate risk assessment rating. While the dam is currently listed as not rated in terms of condition assessment, it undergoes inspections every 5 years to ensure its structural integrity. Despite not being state-regulated or permitted, the dam is equipped with uncontrolled spillways and outlets, contributing to its recreational use without the need for locks.
For water resource and climate enthusiasts, Carl Graham Lake Dam presents an opportunity to appreciate the intersection of human engineering and environmental recreation. As a privately-owned structure, the dam provides a valuable space for leisure activities while also serving as a testament to the importance of proper maintenance and risk management in maintaining safe and sustainable water resources.
Year Completed |
1970 |
Dam Length |
640 |
Dam Height |
19 |
River Or Stream |
UNKNOWN |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
20 |
Drainage Area |
410 |
Nid Storage |
218 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
19 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Oconee River At Dublin
|
1030cfs |
Oconee River Near Mount Vernon
|
1280cfs |
Oconee River Near Oconee
|
864cfs |
Buffalo Creek At Ga 272
|
49cfs |
Williamson Swamp Creek At Davisboro
|
52cfs |
Ogeechee River At Midville
|
628cfs |
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.
Carl Graham Lake Dam