Pasco Fresh Water Lake Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Pasco Fresh Water Lake Dam, also known as C.


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Summary

E. Minerals Lake Dam, is a Federal-owned structure located in Lincoln, Georgia. The dam, designed by C. E., INC., is an Earth-type dam with a buttress core and stands at a height of 36.2 feet with a length of 705 feet. This dam serves a primary purpose of "Other" and has a storage capacity of 120 acre-feet.

Despite being deemed a low hazard potential structure, Pasco Fresh Water Lake Dam has not been rated for its condition and was last inspected in July 1988. The dam features an uncontrolled spillway and outlet gates. While it currently poses a moderate risk level, there is no Emergency Action Plan (EAP) prepared for the dam and its risk management measures remain unspecified. With its prime location in Lincoln, Georgia, this dam is a crucial component of water resource management in the area.

For water resource and climate enthusiasts, the Pasco Fresh Water Lake Dam presents an intriguing case study in dam infrastructure and risk assessment. With its unique design features and historical lack of recent inspection, this Federal-owned structure in Georgia warrants attention for its potential impact on water resources and surrounding ecosystems. As efforts continue to enhance dam safety and emergency preparedness nationwide, the Pasco Fresh Water Lake Dam serves as a reminder of the ongoing challenges and responsibilities associated with managing critical water infrastructure.

Dam Length

705

Dam Height

36.2

River Or Stream

UNKNOWN

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

12

Nid Storage

120

Outlet Gates

Uncontrolled

Hazard Potential

Low

Foundations

Unlisted/Unknown

Nid Height

36
       
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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.