Spears Lake Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 13, 2025
Spears Lake Dam, located in Newton, Georgia, was completed in 1965 and serves multiple purposes including fire protection, stock, and as a small fish pond.
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Summary
The dam is privately owned and stands at a height of 25 feet with a hydraulic height of 21 feet. The dam is of earth construction type with a buttress core and is situated on Pittman Creek. The reservoir created by the dam has a normal storage capacity of 157 acre-feet and a maximum storage capacity of 215 acre-feet.
Despite being classified as having a low hazard potential, Spears Lake Dam has a moderate risk assessment rating. The last inspection of the dam was conducted in 2005, with a scheduled inspection frequency of 5 years. The dam is currently not rated for condition assessment, and there are no emergency action plans prepared or updated for the dam. The dam also does not have any associated inundation maps or established risk management measures in place. With its unique design and location, Spears Lake Dam continues to be a point of interest for water resource and climate enthusiasts in the region.
Year Completed |
1965 |
Dam Length |
360 |
Dam Height |
25 |
River Or Stream |
PITTMAN CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
17 |
Hydraulic Height |
21 |
Nid Storage |
215 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
25 |
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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.
Spears Lake Dam