Tanglewood Lake Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 13, 2025

Tanglewood Lake Dam in Georgia is a privately owned structure primarily built for recreational purposes.


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Summary

Completed in 1955, this earth dam stands at a height of 27 feet and has a hydraulic height of 23 feet. The dam has a storage capacity of 219 acre-feet and covers a surface area of 16 acres, serving a drainage area of 135 square miles.

Despite being categorized as having a low hazard potential, this dam has not been officially rated for its condition. The last inspection of Tanglewood Lake Dam was conducted in November 2014, with an inspection frequency of 5 years. The risk assessment for this dam is moderate, indicating a level 3 risk, but no specific risk management measures or guidelines have been outlined.

Located in Laurens County, Georgia, Tanglewood Lake Dam is under the jurisdiction of the state, with state inspection in place but no state permitting or enforcement measures specified. While the dam has uncontrolled spillways and outlet gates, it remains a popular spot for recreational activities. Enthusiasts of water resources and climate may find interest in monitoring the condition and risk assessment of this dam for potential environmental implications.

Year Completed

1955

Dam Length

610

Dam Height

27

River Or Stream

UNKNOWN

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

16

Hydraulic Height

23

Drainage Area

135

Nid Storage

219

Outlet Gates

Uncontrolled

Hazard Potential

Low

Foundations

Unlisted/Unknown

Nid Height

27
       
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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.