Robert Knox Lake (Middle) Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Robert Knox Lake (Middle) is a private recreation area located in McDuffie, Georgia, with a dam completed in 1978 by Knox Construction.


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Summary

The earth dam stands at 28 feet high and spans 595 feet in length, providing a storage capacity of 52 acre-feet. The lake covers 4 acres and is primarily used for recreational purposes, with an uncontrolled spillway and outlet gates.

Although the dam has a low hazard potential, its condition has not been rated since the last inspection in 2009. While the risk assessment indicates a moderate level of risk, emergency action plans and inundation maps have not been prepared or updated. The lake is under state jurisdiction and inspection, but not regulated or permitted by the state agency.

Overall, Robert Knox Lake (Middle) offers a picturesque setting for outdoor enthusiasts to enjoy various recreational activities. However, with the need for updated inspections and emergency preparedness measures, ensuring the safety and sustainability of this water resource remains a priority for both the private owners and state agencies involved.

Year Completed

1978

Dam Length

595

Dam Height

28

River Or Stream

UNKNOWN

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

4

Nid Storage

52

Outlet Gates

Uncontrolled

Hazard Potential

Low

Foundations

Unlisted/Unknown

Nid Height

28
       
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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.