Akins Lake Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Akins Lake Dam, located in Bulloch, Georgia, was completed in 1948 and serves as a recreational resource for the area.


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Summary

This Earth dam, with a height of 11 feet and a length of 1280 feet, has a storage capacity of 143 acre-feet and covers a surface area of 18 acres. The dam's primary purpose is for recreation, and it is owned privately, with state inspection and jurisdiction.

Despite being categorized as having a low hazard potential, Akins Lake Dam is considered to have a moderate risk level. The dam features uncontrolled spillways and outlet gates, with the last inspection conducted in 2004. The condition assessment of the dam is currently listed as "Not Rated," indicating a need for further evaluation to ensure its safety and effectiveness in managing water resources and climate-related challenges.

While Akins Lake Dam does not fall under federal regulation or permitting, its role in providing recreational opportunities and managing water resources in the region is crucial. As climate change continues to impact water availability and quality, ongoing monitoring and maintenance of dams like Akins Lake Dam will be essential to ensure their resilience and ability to withstand potential hazards.

Year Completed

1948

Dam Length

1280

Dam Height

11

River Or Stream

UNKNOWN

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

18

Hydraulic Height

11

Drainage Area

745

Nid Storage

143

Structural Height

11

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.