Meadows Lake Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 13, 2025
Meadows Lake Dam, located in Douglasville, Georgia, was completed in 1960 and serves as a recreational spot for water resource and climate enthusiasts.
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Summary
The dam, primarily owned by a private entity, stands at a height of 19.2 feet and has a storage capacity of 110 acre-feet. With a surface area of 10.1 acres and a drainage area of 159 square miles, the dam provides opportunities for various activities such as fishing and boating.
Although the dam's hazard potential is rated as low, its risk assessment is marked as moderate. The structure is inspected every five years, with the last assessment conducted in July 2018. Meadows Lake Dam is designed as an earth dam with an uncontrolled spillway type. While the dam's condition is currently not rated, it continues to serve its purpose for recreational use in the community, attracting visitors and nature enthusiasts alike.
With a risk management plan in place and emergency contacts updated as needed, Meadows Lake Dam remains a vital part of the local landscape. As a popular destination for outdoor recreation, the dam offers a serene setting for water resource and climate enthusiasts to enjoy the beauty of nature while ensuring the safety and sustainability of the surrounding environment.
Year Completed |
1960 |
Dam Length |
675 |
Dam Height |
19.2 |
River Or Stream |
Name unknown |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
10.1 |
Hydraulic Height |
16.6 |
Drainage Area |
159 |
Nid Storage |
110 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
19 |
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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.
Meadows Lake Dam