Chamblis Lake Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Chamblis Lake Dam, located in Terrell County, Georgia, serves multiple purposes including fire protection, stock maintenance, and as a small fish pond.


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Summary

The dam is classified as an earth dam with a buttress core type and stands at a height of 9.9 feet with a hydraulic height of 9.4 feet. The dam's maximum storage capacity is 122 acre-feet, with a normal storage level of 41 acre-feet. It is primarily used to regulate Chickasawhatchee Creek and covers a surface area of 16.5 acres.

Despite its low hazard potential, Chamblis Lake Dam undergoes regular inspections, with the last one conducted in August 2016. The dam is not currently rated for its condition, but its risk assessment is considered moderate. Although there have been no recorded modifications or maintenance activities in recent years, the dam remains a crucial component of the local water resource infrastructure. With its unique blend of functionality and environmental significance, Chamblis Lake Dam stands as a testament to the importance of sustainable water management practices in the face of changing climate conditions.

Dam Length

705

Dam Height

9.9

River Or Stream

CHICKASAWHATCHEE CR

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

16.5

Hydraulic Height

9.4

Nid Storage

122

Outlet Gates

Uncontrolled

Hazard Potential

Low

Foundations

Unlisted/Unknown

Nid Height

10
       
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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.