Fiveash Lake Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Tison Lake Dam Mercer Mill Pond Dam
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Fiveash Lake Dam in Oakfield, Georgia, is a local government-owned structure primarily used for recreation purposes.
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Summary
This earth dam, with a height of 10.9 feet and a hydraulic height of 10 feet, creates a serene lake with a storage capacity of 297 acre-feet and a surface area of 46.9 acres. The dam, completed at an unknown date, has an uncontrolled spillway and outlet gates, posing a low hazard potential and moderate risk.
Located in Worth County, Georgia, Fiveash Lake Dam is subject to state jurisdiction and inspection, with the last inspection conducted in July 2016. Despite being unregulated by the state, the dam's condition assessment is not rated, indicating potential maintenance needs. The dam's risk assessment categorizes it as moderate, emphasizing the importance of implementing risk management measures to ensure its safety and the protection of the surrounding community and environment. For water resource and climate enthusiasts, Fiveash Lake Dam presents an intriguing case study in the management of small-scale recreational dams.
Dam Length |
375 |
Dam Height |
10.9 |
River Or Stream |
UNKNOWN |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
46.9 |
Hydraulic Height |
10 |
Nid Storage |
297 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
11 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Flint River At Ga 32
|
4340cfs |
Muckalee Creek At Ga 195
|
419cfs |
Flint River At Albany
|
3510cfs |
Kinchafoonee Creek Near Dawson
|
531cfs |
Little R At Tifton Worth Co Line Rd
|
0cfs |
Muckalee Creek Near Americus
|
222cfs |
Dam Data Reference
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.
Fiveash Lake Dam