Lake Melody Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Taylor Lake Dam Todd Lake Dam
Last Updated: December 13, 2025
Lake Melody Dam in Euharlee, Georgia, is a privately-owned earth dam primarily built for recreational purposes.
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Summary
The dam stands at a height of 28 feet and spans a length of 380 feet, creating a reservoir with a storage capacity of 97.5 acre-feet. Despite its picturesque setting, the dam poses a high hazard potential due to its poor condition assessment, prompting inspections every two years to ensure public safety.
The dam's spillway is uncontrolled, adding to the risk of potential flooding during heavy rainfall events. The risk assessment for Lake Melody Dam is categorized as moderate, indicating a need for continued monitoring and potential risk management measures. With a drainage area of 83 square miles and a surface area of 13 acres, the dam plays a crucial role in managing water resources in the region, highlighting the importance of regular maintenance and upkeep to mitigate any potential hazards associated with its operation.
Dam Length |
380 |
Dam Height |
28 |
River Or Stream |
No name |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
13 |
Drainage Area |
83 |
Nid Storage |
97.5 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
High |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
28 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Etowah River Near Kingston
|
561cfs |
Two Run Creek Near Kingston
|
10cfs |
Etowah River At Ga 1 Loop
|
1810cfs |
Etowah River At Ga 61
|
421cfs |
Oostanaula River Near Rome
|
1520cfs |
Etowah River At Allatoona Dam
|
4060cfs |
Dam Data Reference
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.
Lake Melody Dam