Lakeview Lake Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Lakeview Lake Dam, located in Upson, Georgia, along Achumpkee Creek, was completed in 1965 and serves primarily for recreational purposes.


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Summary

Designed by L. Bates, this private Earth dam stands at a height of 34 feet and stretches 540 feet in length, creating a reservoir with a storage capacity of 212 acre-feet and a surface area of 14 acres. Despite its low hazard potential and moderate risk assessment, the dam has not been rated for its condition, with the last inspection taking place in June 2018.

Although not regulated by the state, Lakeview Lake Dam is subject to periodic inspections and has been deemed to meet emergency action plan guidelines. It features an uncontrolled spillway and outlet gates, with no associated locks or discharge mechanisms. The dam's risk management measures and overall risk characterization are currently unspecified, indicating a potential area for further assessment and improvement. This structure is a testament to the intersection of water resource management and recreational enjoyment in the heart of Georgia's natural landscapes.

Year Completed

1965

Dam Length

540

Dam Height

34

River Or Stream

ACHUMPKEE CREEK

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

14

Drainage Area

172

Nid Storage

212

Outlet Gates

Uncontrolled

Hazard Potential

Low

Foundations

Unlisted/Unknown

Nid Height

34
       
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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.