Shiawassee Farm Lake Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 6, 2025

Shiawassee Farm Lake, located in Morgan, Georgia, was completed in 1987 and serves multiple purposes including fire protection, stock, and small fish pond.


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Summary

This privately owned earth dam structure stands at 30 feet high with a hydraulic height of 25 feet, offering a storage capacity of 50 acre-feet and a surface area of 3 acres. Despite its low hazard potential, the dam is currently not rated for its condition assessment, with inspections scheduled every 5 years.

Managed by the Mobile District of the US Army Corps of Engineers, Shiawassee Farm Lake features an uncontrolled spillway and outlet gates. With a moderate risk assessment rating of 3, the dam has not undergone a detailed risk characterization. While it does not have an emergency action plan in place, the lake is equipped with emergency contacts. This serene water resource in Georgia provides a tranquil oasis for both wildlife and local enthusiasts, showcasing the importance of sustainable water management practices in the face of changing climates.

Year Completed

1987

Dam Length

420

Dam Height

30

River Or Stream

UNKNOWN

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

3

Hydraulic Height

25

Nid Storage

50

Outlet Gates

Uncontrolled

Hazard Potential

Low

Foundations

Unlisted/Unknown

Nid Height

30
       
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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.