Cheek Lake Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Cheek Lake Dam, located in Thomasville, Georgia, was completed in 1958 for fire protection, stock, and small fish pond purposes.
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Summary
This privately owned Earth dam stands at a height of 22.6 feet with a hydraulic height of 21.8 feet. The dam's reservoir has a normal storage capacity of 67.5 acre-feet and covers a surface area of 7.5 acres, with a drainage area of 180 square miles.
Although Cheek Lake Dam has a low hazard potential and is currently rated as "Not Rated" in terms of condition assessment, the risk assessment indicates a moderate level of risk (3 out of 5). Despite not being regulated by the state, the dam's emergency action plan status, inundation maps, and risk management measures are not readily available. With its uncontrolled spillway and outlet gates, the dam presents an intriguing case for water resource and climate enthusiasts to monitor and study for potential environmental impacts and safety considerations.
Year Completed |
1958 |
Dam Length |
670 |
Dam Height |
22.6 |
River Or Stream |
UNKNOWN |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
7.5 |
Hydraulic Height |
21.8 |
Drainage Area |
180 |
Nid Storage |
99 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
23 |
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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.
Cheek Lake Dam