Horseshoe 5 Lake Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Beaver Pond Riddle Pond Lake Dam
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Horseshoe 5 Lake Dam, located in Berrien, Georgia, was completed in 1993 and stands at a height of 18 feet.
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Summary
This earth dam, with a buttress core type, serves primarily for recreational purposes and has a storage capacity of 314 acre-feet. The dam overlooks a picturesque surface area of 28 acres and is situated within a drainage area of 205 square miles.
Despite being categorized as having a low hazard potential, the dam has a moderate risk assessment rating of 3. Although the condition assessment is marked as "Not Rated," regular inspections are conducted every five years to ensure its structural integrity and safety. The dam features an uncontrolled spillway and outlet gates, while emergency preparedness measures such as an Emergency Action Plan (EAP) have not been documented.
Water resource and climate enthusiasts who are interested in the management and maintenance of dams will find Horseshoe 5 Lake Dam's design and operational details intriguing. The dam's location, design specifications, and risk assessment provide valuable insights for understanding the role of such structures in water conservation and recreational activities within the region.
Year Completed |
1993 |
Dam Length |
860 |
Dam Height |
18 |
River Or Stream |
UNKNOWN |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
28 |
Hydraulic Height |
18 |
Drainage Area |
205 |
Nid Storage |
314 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
18 |
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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.
Horseshoe 5 Lake Dam