Balfour Land Co. Lake Dam No 2 Reservoir Report
Nearby: Lake Constance Dam Cheek Lake Dam
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
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Summary
Lake Dam No 2 is a privately owned earth dam located in Thomasville, Georgia. Built in 1983 by the Soil Conservation Service (SCS), this dam stands at a height of 23.1 feet with a primary purpose of providing recreational opportunities. With a normal storage capacity of 60.2 acre-feet and a maximum storage of 91 acre-feet, this dam spans a length of 300 feet and covers a surface area of 7 acres.
Despite being unregulated by the state and having a low hazard potential, Balfour Land Co. Lake Dam No 2 has a moderate risk assessment rating of 3. Although the dam is currently not rated for its condition, it has not undergone any recent modifications or inspections since July 2019. The dam features an uncontrolled spillway and outlet gates, with no associated locks or lock structures.
While the dam serves as a recreational water source, its risk assessment suggests a need for continued monitoring and potential management measures to ensure the safety and integrity of the structure. Water resource and climate enthusiasts may find interest in the unique design and characteristics of Balfour Land Co. Lake Dam No 2, as well as the ongoing need for risk assessment and maintenance in the face of changing environmental conditions.
Year Completed |
1983 |
Dam Length |
300 |
Dam Height |
23.1 |
River Or Stream |
UNKNOWN |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
7 |
Hydraulic Height |
21.2 |
Drainage Area |
95 |
Nid Storage |
91 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
23 |
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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.
Balfour Land Co. Lake Dam No 2