Ferguson Family Lake Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Located in Paulding, Georgia, the Ferguson Family Lake Dam is a privately owned structure designed by SCS and completed in 1982 for recreational purposes.


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Summary

This Earth dam, standing at a height of 25.7 feet with a hydraulic height of 22.1 feet, creates a picturesque 3.5-acre lake with a storage capacity of 47.1 acre-feet. The dam is situated in a low hazard area with a moderate risk rating, suggesting a need for careful monitoring and maintenance.

Despite not being regulated by the state, the Ferguson Family Lake Dam undergoes regular inspections, with the last one conducted in July 2018. The dam's uncontrolled spillway and outlet gates add an element of natural flow management to the surrounding environment, enhancing the recreational experience for visitors. The dam's location along an unnamed river or stream in the Mobile District highlights its importance in providing water resources and climate enthusiasts with a serene setting to appreciate nature's beauty while ensuring safety and sustainability for future generations.

Year Completed

1982

Dam Length

360

Dam Height

25.7

River Or Stream

Name unknown

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

3.5

Hydraulic Height

22.1

Drainage Area

276

Nid Storage

47.1

Outlet Gates

Uncontrolled

Hazard Potential

Low

Foundations

Unlisted/Unknown

Nid Height

26
       
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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.