Arlington Memorial Park (Lower) Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Arlington Memorial Park (Lower) is a privately owned recreational area located in Sandy Springs, Fulton County, Georgia.


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Summary

The park features an earth dam with a structural height of 19.3 feet and a length of 160 feet, completed in 1977. The dam serves a primary purpose of recreation, with a normal storage capacity of 10 acre-feet and a maximum storage of 13 acre-feet. The park covers an area of 1 acre and has a drainage area of 14 acres, making it a picturesque destination for water resource and climate enthusiasts.

Although the dam at Arlington Memorial Park (Lower) has a low hazard potential and is currently in a not-rated condition, it is essential to note that the risk assessment for the site is moderate. The dam has an uncontrolled spillway and outlet gates, with the last inspection conducted in July 1984. Despite the lack of recent inspections and condition assessments, the park remains a popular spot for recreational activities and provides a serene environment for visitors to enjoy the surrounding natural beauty.

With its tranquil setting and recreational offerings, Arlington Memorial Park (Lower) is a hidden gem in the Savannah District of Georgia. While the dam's risk assessment may warrant monitoring and potential management measures in the future, the park continues to attract visitors seeking a peaceful retreat in nature. For water resource and climate enthusiasts, this site provides a unique opportunity to appreciate the intersection of man-made structures and natural landscapes in a beautifully maintained setting.

Year Completed

1977

Dam Length

160

Dam Height

33

River Or Stream

UNKNOWN

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

1

Hydraulic Height

19.3

Drainage Area

14

Nid Storage

13

Structural Height

19.3

Outlet Gates

Uncontrolled

Hazard Potential

Low

Foundations

Unlisted/Unknown

Nid Height

33
       
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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.