Colquitt County Lake Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Sam Brewer Dam Vereen Lake Dam
Last Updated: December 14, 2025
Colquitt County Lake Dam, located in Colquitt County, Georgia, is a private-owned earth dam completed in 1950 primarily for recreational purposes.
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Summary
The dam stands at a height of 12.6 feet, with a hydraulic height of 12.2 feet and a length of 825 feet. It has a maximum storage capacity of 140.5 acre-feet and a normal storage level of 76.5 acre-feet, covering a surface area of 17 acres with a drainage area of 65 square miles.
Despite being categorized with a low hazard potential, the dam's risk assessment is rated as moderate. It has not been inspected since February 2010, with an inspection frequency of 5 years. The dam's condition assessment is marked as "Not Rated," and it lacks an Emergency Action Plan (EAP) and inundation maps. The risk management measures and emergency preparedness for the dam are also unclear, posing potential risks in the event of any unforeseen incidents. For water resource and climate enthusiasts, monitoring and addressing the safety and maintenance of Colquitt County Lake Dam are crucial to ensure the continued protection of the surrounding community and environment.
Year Completed |
1950 |
Dam Length |
825 |
Dam Height |
12.6 |
River Or Stream |
UNKNOWN |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
17 |
Hydraulic Height |
12.2 |
Drainage Area |
65 |
Nid Storage |
140.5 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
13 |
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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.
Colquitt County Lake Dam