Burton Lake Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Burton Lake Dam, located in Barney, Georgia, was completed in 1950 and serves as a recreational area for water resource and climate enthusiasts.
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Summary
The dam, designed by SCS and primarily owned by private entities, stands at a height of 18.9 feet and has a capacity of 68 acre-feet, with a normal storage level of 54 acre-feet. The earth dam, with a buttress core type, spans 405 feet in length and covers a surface area of 6.4 acres within a drainage area of 162 square miles.
Despite being unregulated by the state and having a low hazard potential, Burton Lake Dam is considered to have a moderate risk level. The dam features uncontrolled spillways and outlet gates, with no associated locks or inspection frequency listed. With a condition assessment of "Not Rated," the dam's risk management measures and emergency action plan status remain undisclosed. Located in Brooks County and falling under the jurisdiction of the Jacksonville District of the US Army Corps of Engineers, Burton Lake Dam offers a picturesque setting for outdoor recreational activities while maintaining a moderate level of risk management for the surrounding area.
Year Completed |
1950 |
Dam Length |
405 |
Dam Height |
18.9 |
River Or Stream |
UNKNOWN |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
6.4 |
Hydraulic Height |
18.9 |
Drainage Area |
162 |
Nid Storage |
68 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
19 |
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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.
Burton Lake Dam
Adel Highway 17562, Barney