Dunwoody Club Crossing Lake Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Dunwoody Club Crossing Lake Dam in DeKalb, Georgia is a privately owned earth dam constructed in 1988 for recreational purposes.


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Summary

With a height of 33.2 feet and a storage capacity of 23 acre-feet, the dam serves as a popular spot for outdoor activities in the city of Dunwoody. However, recent inspections have indicated a poor condition assessment, raising concerns about its structural integrity and safety.

Managed by the Georgia-SAFE DAMS PROGRAM, the dam is regulated, permitted, inspected, and enforced by the state authorities. Despite its low hazard potential, the dam's risk assessment is classified as moderate, prompting the need for risk management measures to address potential safety issues. The dam's spillway type is uncontrolled, and its emergency action plan status and inundation maps are currently not available, highlighting the importance of proactive safety measures to mitigate any potential risks associated with the dam.

In the event of an emergency, the condition of Dunwoody Club Crossing Lake Dam, along with its risk assessment, will play a crucial role in ensuring the safety of the surrounding community. As water resource and climate enthusiasts, it is imperative to monitor the dam's condition closely and advocate for necessary improvements to maintain the dam's functionality and safety for all recreational users and residents in the area.

Year Completed

1988

Dam Length

295

Dam Height

33.2

River Or Stream

UNKNOWN

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

2

Hydraulic Height

18

Nid Storage

23

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.