Huntcliff Lake Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Huntcliff Lake Dam, located in Fulton County, Georgia, was completed in 1972 and serves as a recreational area for water resource and climate enthusiasts.


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Summary

Owned privately by Cousins Properties, this earth dam stands at a height of 43.2 feet with a hydraulic height of 29.8 feet. The dam has a length of 180 feet and a storage capacity of 26 acre-feet, making it a popular destination for outdoor activities such as fishing and boating.

Despite being unregulated by the state, Huntcliff Lake Dam has a low hazard potential and is considered to have a moderate risk assessment. The dam features an uncontrolled spillway and outlet gates, with a surface area of 1.4 acres and a drainage area of 105 acres. While the dam's condition assessment is not rated, it undergoes inspections every five years to ensure its safety and functionality. With its serene surroundings and recreational opportunities, Huntcliff Lake Dam is a must-visit destination for nature lovers and outdoor enthusiasts in the Roswell area.

In the political landscape, Huntcliff Lake Dam falls under the jurisdiction of the Savannah District of the US Army Corps of Engineers. The dam is not owned or funded by any federal agency, and its operations and regulatory measures are solely managed by the private owner. With its tranquil setting and low-risk profile, Huntcliff Lake Dam stands as a testament to responsible dam management and a valuable resource for the local community's enjoyment and appreciation of nature.

Year Completed

1972

Dam Length

180

Dam Height

43.2

River Or Stream

UNKNOWN

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

1.4

Hydraulic Height

29.8

Drainage Area

105

Nid Storage

26

Structural Height

29.8

Outlet Gates

Uncontrolled

Hazard Potential

Low

Foundations

Unlisted/Unknown

Nid Height

43
       
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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.