Bisbin Lake Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 6, 2025
Bisbin Lake Dam, located in Irwin, Georgia, serves multiple purposes including fire protection, stock, and small fish pond management.
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Summary
This private dam, with a height of 12 feet, has a storage capacity of 57 acre-feet and a normal storage level of 40 acre-feet. The dam is of earth construction type with a buttress core, and it is categorized as having a low hazard potential and a moderate risk assessment.
Despite not being regulated by the state, Bisbin Lake Dam plays a crucial role in water resource management in the area. With uncontrolled spillways and outlet gates, the dam ensures proper water retention for its designated purposes. While the dam's condition is not currently rated, its risk assessment highlights the importance of ongoing monitoring and potential risk management measures to ensure the safety and efficacy of this essential water resource infrastructure.
Enthusiasts of water resources and climate in the region can appreciate Bisbin Lake Dam for its significant role in providing water for fire protection and stock management, as well as supporting local biodiversity through a small fish pond. The dam's location and design underscore the importance of sustainable water management practices in the face of evolving environmental challenges, making it a focal point for conservation efforts and community engagement.
Dam Height |
12 |
River Or Stream |
UNKNOWN |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Nid Storage |
57 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
12 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Little R At Tifton Worth Co Line Rd
|
0cfs |
Alapaha River Near Alapaha
|
12cfs |
Little River Near Adel
|
3cfs |
Flint River At Ga 32
|
4340cfs |
Flint River At Albany
|
3510cfs |
Muckalee Creek At Ga 195
|
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.
Bisbin Lake Dam