Singletary Lake Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Godwin Lake Dam Hand Lake Dam
Last Updated: December 6, 2025
Singletary Lake Dam in Meigs, Georgia, is a private recreational dam completed in 1950 with a primary purpose of providing recreational opportunities.
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Summary
Located in Mitchell County, the dam stands at a height of 13.2 feet and has a hydraulic height of 12.2 feet, with a length of 620 feet. The dam has a storage capacity of 101 acre-feet and a normal storage level of 44 acre-feet, serving a drainage area of 310 acres.
Despite being state regulated and inspected, the dam has not been rated for its condition assessment. The hazard potential is classified as low, with a moderate risk assessment. The dam features an uncontrolled spillway and outlet gates, with no associated locks. The last inspection was conducted in June 2018, with a scheduled inspection frequency of every 5 years. Singletary Lake Dam, with its earth dam construction and buttress core type, remains a significant feature in the Savannah District, providing both recreational opportunities and moderate risk management measures for the surrounding area.
Year Completed |
1950 |
Dam Length |
620 |
Dam Height |
13.2 |
River Or Stream |
Unknown |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
11 |
Hydraulic Height |
12.2 |
Drainage Area |
310 |
Nid Storage |
101 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
13 |
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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.
Singletary Lake Dam