The Farm Lake Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

The Farm Lake Dam in Oconee, Georgia, stands as a critical structure regulating the flow of Frazer Creek.


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Summary

This private dam, with a height of 35 feet and a storage capacity of 1128 acre-feet, plays a vital role in managing water resources in the region. However, recent assessments have raised concerns about its condition, with a poor rating indicating potential risks associated with its operation.

Despite being regulated by the GA-SAFE DAMS PROGRAM and subject to state inspections and enforcement, The Farm Lake Dam poses a high hazard potential due to its poor condition. With a moderate risk assessment rating, there is a pressing need for risk management measures to be implemented to ensure the safety of the surrounding communities and the integrity of the dam structure. The last inspection in March 2019 highlighted the need for intervention to address the dam's deteriorating state.

As water resource and climate enthusiasts focus on sustainable management practices, The Farm Lake Dam serves as a focal point for discussions on infrastructure maintenance and risk mitigation strategies. With its strategic location and significant role in water storage, the dam's future resilience and effectiveness will be crucial in addressing the challenges posed by changing climate patterns and ensuring the safety of downstream areas.

Dam Height

35

River Or Stream

FRAZER CREEK

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Nid Storage

1128

Outlet Gates

Uncontrolled

Hazard Potential

High

Foundations

Unlisted/Unknown

Nid Height

35
       
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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.