Tri-County Farms Lake Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 13, 2025
Tri-County Farms Lake Dam, located in Calhoun County, Georgia, was completed in 1981 for the primary purpose of irrigation.
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Summary
This private-owned earth dam stands at a height of 7.6 feet with a hydraulic height of 12.1 feet, providing a storage capacity of 86 acre-feet. The dam, with a length of 5000 feet and a surface area of 22.6 acres, is classified as having a low hazard potential and a moderate risk assessment.
Despite being unregulated by the state and not subject to regular inspections or enforcement actions, Tri-County Farms Lake Dam serves as a vital resource for irrigation in the area. Its uncontrolled spillway and outlet gates present interesting engineering challenges for water resource and climate enthusiasts. The dam's condition is currently not rated, but its risk assessment highlights the need for ongoing monitoring and potential risk management measures to ensure its continued safety and functionality for the surrounding community.
Year Completed |
1981 |
Dam Length |
5000 |
Dam Height |
7.6 |
River Or Stream |
UNKNOWN |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
22.6 |
Hydraulic Height |
12.1 |
Nid Storage |
86 |
Structural Height |
12.1 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
12 |
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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.
Tri-County Farms Lake Dam