Martin Lake Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Martin Lake Dam, located in Berrien, Georgia, was completed in 1948 and serves primarily as a fire protection, stock, or small fish pond.
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Summary
This private earth dam, with a height of 16 feet and a length of 950 feet, has a storage capacity of 130 acre-feet and covers a surface area of 17 acres. The dam is designed with an uncontrolled spillway and outlet gates, with a low hazard potential and a moderate risk assessment rating.
Despite being privately owned, Martin Lake Dam falls under state jurisdiction and undergoes regular inspections, with the last one conducted in May 2016. The dam is not regulated by the state, but is subject to state permitting and enforcement. Although the condition assessment is not rated, the risk management measures in place aim to mitigate potential hazards and ensure the safety and stability of the structure. With its strategic location and purposeful design, Martin Lake Dam plays a crucial role in water resource management and climate resilience in the region.
Year Completed |
1948 |
Dam Length |
950 |
Dam Height |
16 |
River Or Stream |
UNKNOWN |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
17 |
Hydraulic Height |
12 |
Drainage Area |
415 |
Nid Storage |
130 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
16 |
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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.
Martin Lake Dam