Water's Edge Lake Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Water's Edge Lake Dam, located in DeKalb, Georgia, is a privately owned earth dam designed by WALDON / ASHWORTH and completed in 1988.


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Summary

This recreational dam stands at 29 feet high with a hydraulic height of 28 feet and a length of 500 feet, creating a storage capacity of 1787 acre-feet. The dam is situated on Mountain Creek, within a drainage area of 11,942 acres, providing a surface area of 117 acres for recreational activities such as boating and fishing.

With a high hazard potential and a satisfactory condition assessment as of January 2021, Water's Edge Lake Dam is state regulated by the GA-SAFE DAMS PROGRAM. It undergoes regular state inspections and enforcement to ensure public safety and compliance with regulatory standards. The dam's uncontrolled spillway and outlet gates contribute to its moderate risk assessment, prompting the need for risk management measures to mitigate potential hazards and ensure the dam's continued safe operation.

Managed by a private owner, Water's Edge Lake Dam serves as a vital recreational resource in the region, offering a serene escape for water enthusiasts and nature lovers alike. Its scenic location, coupled with its solid structural design and storage capacity, make it a valuable asset for the community while highlighting the importance of proper dam maintenance and risk management in safeguarding water resources and enhancing climate resilience.

Year Completed

1988

Dam Length

500

Dam Height

29

River Or Stream

MOUNTAIN CREEK

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

117

Hydraulic Height

28

Drainage Area

11942

Nid Storage

1787

Outlet Gates

Uncontrolled

Hazard Potential

High

Foundations

Unlisted/Unknown

Nid Height

29
       
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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.