Felton Denny Lake Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 6, 2025

Felton Denny Lake Dam, located in Carrollton, Georgia, is a privately owned earth dam primarily used for recreation.


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Summary

The dam, designed by the Soil Conservation Service (SCS), stands at a height of 14.8 feet with a hydraulic height of 12.2 feet, providing a storage capacity of 50 acre-feet and a surface area of 6.4 acres. While the dam has a low hazard potential and has not been rated for its condition, it is considered to have a moderate risk level.

The dam features an uncontrolled spillway and outlet gates, with a maximum discharge capacity of 50 cubic feet per second. Despite not being regulated by the state, Felton Denny Lake Dam serves as a vital recreational resource for the community, attracting water resource and climate enthusiasts to its tranquil waters and surrounding natural beauty. As a key component of the local landscape, the dam contributes to the overall environmental and social well-being of the area.

With its picturesque location and recreational opportunities, Felton Denny Lake Dam offers a unique blend of natural beauty and human-made infrastructure. While maintaining a low hazard potential, the dam provides a peaceful retreat for visitors seeking relaxation and connection with the surrounding environment. As water resource and climate enthusiasts explore the area, they can appreciate the balance between human recreation and nature's resilience at Felton Denny Lake Dam.

Dam Length

523

Dam Height

14.8

River Or Stream

UNKNOWN

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

6.4

Hydraulic Height

12.2

Drainage Area

19.9

Nid Storage

50

Outlet Gates

Uncontrolled

Hazard Potential

Low

Foundations

Unlisted/Unknown

Nid Height

15
       
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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.