Keen Lake Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Keen Lake Dam, located in Tifton, Georgia, was completed in 1970 for the primary purpose of recreation.
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Summary
The dam, designed by Nathienal Branch, is a 16.4-foot high earth dam with a length of 1120 feet, creating a storage capacity of 158 acre-feet and covering a surface area of 12 acres. While the dam is privately owned, it falls under state jurisdiction and is subject to state inspections.
Despite being classified as having a low hazard potential, Keen Lake Dam is rated as having a moderate risk level (3). The dam features an uncontrolled spillway and outlet gates, with no outlet locks. With a drainage area of 42 square miles, the dam serves as a recreational site for locals and visitors, offering opportunities for fishing, boating, and picnicking. However, its condition assessment is listed as "Not Rated," highlighting the need for further evaluation and potential maintenance to ensure its long-term safety and functionality for water resource and climate enthusiasts to continue enjoying.
Year Completed |
1970 |
Dam Length |
1120 |
Dam Height |
16.4 |
River Or Stream |
UNKNOWN |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
12 |
Drainage Area |
42 |
Nid Storage |
158 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
16 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Little R At Tifton Worth Co Line Rd
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0cfs |
Little River Near Adel
|
3cfs |
Alapaha River Near Alapaha
|
12cfs |
Withlacoochee River At Mcmillan Rd
|
45cfs |
Flint River At Ga 32
|
4340cfs |
Flint River At Albany
|
3510cfs |
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.
Keen Lake Dam