Ward Lake Dam South Reservoir Report
Nearby: Barber Lake Dam Michael's Lake Dam
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Ward Lake Dam South, located in Ashburn, Georgia, was completed in 1964 and serves primarily for recreational purposes.
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Summary
This private earth dam stands at a height of 14.2 feet and has a storage capacity of 153 acre-feet, with a normal storage level of 90 acre-feet. The dam stretches 560 feet in length and covers a surface area of 18 acres, with a drainage area of 205 acres. Despite being uncontrolled, the spillway width and maximum discharge are unlisted, indicating potential limitations in flood control measures.
With a low hazard potential and a moderate risk assessment, Ward Lake Dam South has not been rated for its condition assessment as of the last inspection in July 2015. The dam does not fall under the jurisdiction of state regulation but is subject to state inspection. Although the designer of the dam remains unknown, its maintenance and operation are the responsibility of the private owner. Climate and water resource enthusiasts may find interest in monitoring the dam's risk management measures and any future modifications to enhance its safety and resilience to changing environmental conditions.
Year Completed |
1964 |
Dam Length |
560 |
Dam Height |
14.2 |
River Or Stream |
UNKNOWN |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
18 |
Hydraulic Height |
13 |
Drainage Area |
205 |
Nid Storage |
153 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
14 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Little R At Tifton Worth Co Line Rd
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0cfs |
Flint River At Ga 32
|
4340cfs |
Muckalee Creek At Ga 195
|
419cfs |
Flint River At Albany
|
3510cfs |
Kinchafoonee Creek Near Dawson
|
531cfs |
Turkey Creek At Byromville
|
10cfs |
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.
Ward Lake Dam South