Burdette Lake Dam #5 Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 13, 2025
Located in Wilkes, Georgia, Burdette Lake Dam #5 is a private earth dam with a buttress core type standing at a height of 21 feet.
°F
°F
mph
Wind
%
Humidity
Summary
The dam has a storage capacity of 88 acre-feet and a surface area of 8 acres. Although the dam is uncontrolled, it has a low hazard potential and is currently rated as "Not Rated" in terms of condition assessment.
While the dam does not fall under state jurisdiction and is not regulated or inspected by state agencies, it is associated with the Charleston District of the US Army Corps of Engineers. Despite lacking specific information on completion year, inspection dates, and emergency action plans, the dam is considered to have a moderate risk level. With a risk management plan yet to be defined, the dam presents a significant area of interest for water resource and climate enthusiasts looking to explore the intersection of infrastructure and environmental sustainability.
Dam Height |
21 |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
8 |
Nid Storage |
88 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
21 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Kettle Creek Near Washington
|
6cfs |
Little River Near Washington
|
46cfs |
Broad River Near Bell
|
672cfs |
South Fork Broad River At Carlton
|
87cfs |
Broad River Above Carlton
|
327cfs |
Little River Near Mt. Carmel
|
64cfs |
Dam Data Reference
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.
Burdette Lake Dam #5