Northlake Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Northlake Dam in Burke, Georgia, was completed in 1979 and serves primarily for recreational purposes.


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Summary

The earth dam stands at a height of 20 feet with a hydraulic height of 18 feet, spanning a length of 735 feet. The dam holds a storage capacity of 125 acre-feet, with a normal storage level of 65 acre-feet and a surface area of 10 acres. Despite being uncontrolled, the dam has a low hazard potential and a moderate risk assessment rating.

Owned privately, Northlake Dam has not been subject to state regulation, permitting, or enforcement. The dam's condition is currently not rated, as it was last inspected in June 2014 with an inspection frequency of 5 years. The dam's emergency action plan (EAP) status is unknown, and there are no inundation maps prepared or risk management measures in place. With its location along an unspecified river or stream, Northlake Dam presents an intriguing case study for water resource and climate enthusiasts interested in the management and maintenance of recreational dams in Georgia.

Year Completed

1979

Dam Length

735

Dam Height

20

River Or Stream

UNKNOWN

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

10

Hydraulic Height

18

Nid Storage

125

Structural Height

18

Outlet Gates

Uncontrolled

Hazard Potential

Low

Foundations

Unlisted/Unknown

Nid Height

20
       
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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.