Dixie Turf Lake Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Carter Lake Dam Shingle Lake Dam
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Dixie Turf Lake Dam, located in Sylvester, Georgia, is a private earth dam primarily used for recreation purposes.
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Summary
The dam stands at a height of 16.4 feet with a hydraulic height of 15.2 feet, creating a reservoir with a storage capacity of 130 acre-feet. Despite being unlisted in terms of foundations, the dam has a spillway type of "Uncontrolled" and outlet gates that are also uncontrolled, making it a low hazard potential structure with a moderate risk assessment rating.
Owned privately, the dam is not regulated by the state of Georgia but is subject to inspections every 5 years, with the last one conducted in July 2016. The condition assessment of the dam is currently marked as "Not Rated," indicating a lack of recent data on its structural integrity. With a surface area of 13.8 acres and normal storage of 83 acre-feet, Dixie Turf Lake Dam provides a tranquil recreational environment for visitors while maintaining a relatively low risk level in terms of potential hazards.
Situated in Worth County, Georgia, the Dixie Turf Lake Dam offers a serene getaway for water resource and climate enthusiasts looking to enjoy outdoor activities in a picturesque setting. While the dam's primary purpose is recreation, its structural details and regulatory status provide valuable insights into the management of water resources in the area. With its moderate risk assessment and low hazard potential, the dam serves as a testament to responsible infrastructure development in balancing human recreation needs with environmental safety considerations.
Dam Length |
450 |
Dam Height |
16.4 |
River Or Stream |
UNKNOWN |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
13.8 |
Hydraulic Height |
15.2 |
Nid Storage |
130 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
16 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Little R At Tifton Worth Co Line Rd
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0cfs |
Little River Near Adel
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3cfs |
Flint River At Albany
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3510cfs |
Flint River At Ga 32
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4340cfs |
Flint River At Newton
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4380cfs |
Muckalee Creek At Ga 195
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419cfs |
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.
Dixie Turf Lake Dam