Radcliffe Farm Lake Dam # 03 Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Radcliffe Farm Lake Dam # 03 is a privately owned earth dam located in Jefferson, Georgia, with a primary purpose of irrigation.


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Summary

Built in 1985 by the Soil Conservation Service (SCS), this dam stands at 22 feet high and has a length of 400 feet. It has a storage capacity of 91 acre-feet and covers a surface area of 7 acres.

Although the dam is unregulated by the state and has a low hazard potential, it is categorized as having a moderate risk level. The dam features an uncontrolled spillway and outlet gates, with no associated structures or inspection history available. Despite being in "not rated" condition, the risk assessment for Radcliffe Farm Lake Dam # 03 suggests the need for possible risk management measures to ensure the safety and security of the surrounding area.

For water resource and climate enthusiasts, the unique characteristics and risk profile of Radcliffe Farm Lake Dam # 03 make it an intriguing structure to study and monitor. With its historical construction by the SCS and its current risk assessment, there is much to learn about the management and maintenance of this private irrigation dam in Georgia.

Year Completed

1985

Dam Length

400

Dam Height

22

River Or Stream

UNKNOWN

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

7

Hydraulic Height

18

Nid Storage

91

Structural Height

18

Outlet Gates

Uncontrolled

Hazard Potential

Low

Foundations

Unlisted/Unknown

Nid Height

22
       
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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.