Lamar Smith Lake Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 13, 2025
Lamar Smith Lake Dam in Georgia was completed in 1972 with the primary purpose of irrigation.
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Summary
The earth dam stands at a height of 11 feet and has a hydraulic height of 10 feet, with a length of 410 feet. The dam has a maximum storage capacity of 67 acre-feet and a normal storage of 40 acre-feet, serving a drainage area of 225 acres.
Located in Laurens County near Rehovia Church Environs, the dam is privately owned and is not regulated or inspected by the state. With a low hazard potential and a moderate risk assessment rating, the dam has not been rated for its condition. The last inspection of the dam was conducted in April 1990, and no emergency action plan or inundation maps have been prepared for the site. Despite its uncontrolled spillway and outlet gates, the dam's risk management measures remain unspecified, appealing to water resource and climate enthusiasts interested in the management of water infrastructure.
Year Completed |
1972 |
Dam Length |
410 |
Dam Height |
11 |
River Or Stream |
UNKNOWN |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
10 |
Hydraulic Height |
10 |
Drainage Area |
225 |
Nid Storage |
67 |
Structural Height |
10 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
11 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Oconee River At Dublin
|
1030cfs |
Oconee River Near Oconee
|
864cfs |
Oconee River Near Mount Vernon
|
1280cfs |
Buffalo Creek At Ga 272
|
49cfs |
Oconee River At Avant Mine
|
606cfs |
Turnpike Creek Near Mcrae
|
11cfs |
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.
Lamar Smith Lake Dam