Beverly Lake Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Beverly Lake Dam, located in Ochlocknee, Georgia, was completed in 1930 and serves multiple purposes including fire protection, stock, and small fish pond management.


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Summary

This private earth dam has a height of 15.4 feet and a hydraulic height of 12.2 feet, with a total length of 665 feet. The dam has a storage capacity of 153 acre-feet, with a maximum storage of 153 acre-feet and a normal storage of 66 acre-feet.

Despite being unlisted as a state-regulated structure, the dam is inspected regularly and has a low hazard potential. With an inspection frequency of 5 years, the dam's condition is currently not rated, but it has a moderate risk assessment rating of 3. While the dam's spillway is uncontrolled, it has not been modified in recent years. Additionally, the dam does not have an emergency action plan (EAP) in place, but it meets safety guidelines and has updated emergency contacts.

Water resource and climate enthusiasts may find Beverly Lake Dam's historical significance and multi-purpose functionality intriguing. Its location in Thomas County, surrounded by a surface area of 16.5 acres, highlights the importance of small-scale dams in providing essential water management solutions for local communities. As climate change continues to impact water resources, understanding the role of dams like Beverly Lake in safeguarding against potential hazards and supporting various ecosystem services becomes increasingly vital.

Year Completed

1930

Dam Length

665

Dam Height

15.4

River Or Stream

UNKNOWN

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

16.5

Hydraulic Height

12.2

Nid Storage

153

Outlet Gates

Uncontrolled

Hazard Potential

Low

Foundations

Unlisted/Unknown

Nid Height

15
       
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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.