Baldwin Lake Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Baldwin Lake Dam, located in Habersham, Georgia, is a privately owned earth dam with a primary purpose of recreation.


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Summary

Built in 1992 by designer LOVELL, this dam stands at 28 feet high and stretches 240 feet in length, with a storage capacity of 44 acre-feet. Situated along Crabapple Branch, this dam serves as a popular spot for outdoor enthusiasts seeking recreational activities such as fishing, boating, and picnicking.

Despite being classified as having a low hazard potential, Baldwin Lake Dam undergoes regular state inspections to ensure its structural integrity and safety measures are up to standard. With the last inspection conducted in August 2017, this dam is deemed to have a moderate risk level. Although the condition assessment is currently not rated, the dam's emergency action plan and risk management measures are in place to address any potential issues that may arise.

With a serene surface area of 1 acre, Baldwin Lake Dam offers a picturesque setting for visitors to enjoy the beauty of nature while engaging in various outdoor activities. Managed by private owners, this dam serves as a vital recreational hub in the region, attracting water resource and climate enthusiasts looking to unwind and appreciate the natural surroundings.

Year Completed

1992

Dam Length

240

Dam Height

28

River Or Stream

CRABAPPLE BRANCH

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

1

Nid Storage

44

Outlet Gates

Uncontrolled

Hazard Potential

Low

Foundations

Unlisted/Unknown

Nid Height

28
       
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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.