Beasley Lake Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Beasley Lake Dam, located in Columbia, Georgia, is a private dam built in 1989 primarily for recreational purposes.


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Summary

Standing at 30 feet tall with a hydraulic height of 23 feet, this earthen dam spans 685 feet and has a storage capacity of 77 acre-feet. Despite being unregulated by the state, the dam's hazard potential is rated as low, with a moderate risk assessment.

The dam, designed by Beasley, features an uncontrolled spillway and outlet gates. The last inspection in September 2017 noted that the dam's condition was not rated, but it is subject to regular inspections every five years. The risk management measures for Beasley Lake Dam have not been specified, but its risk assessment suggests a moderate level of risk.

For water resource and climate enthusiasts, Beasley Lake Dam presents an intriguing case study of a privately owned structure designed for recreation but with potential implications for water management and safety. With its location in a rural area and moderate risk assessment, the dam's management and maintenance could offer valuable insights into balancing recreational use with environmental sustainability and public safety.

Year Completed

1989

Dam Length

685

Dam Height

30

River Or Stream

UNKNOWN

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

6

Hydraulic Height

23

Nid Storage

77

Outlet Gates

Uncontrolled

Hazard Potential

Low

Foundations

Unlisted/Unknown

Nid Height

30
       
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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.