Chestnut Hill Lake Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Located in Woodstock, Georgia, the Chestnut Hill Lake Dam is a local government-owned structure designed for recreational purposes.


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Summary

Completed in 1986, this earth dam with a buttress core stands at a height of 27 feet, providing a storage capacity of 163 acre-feet. With a surface area of 15 acres, the dam serves as a popular spot for outdoor activities and water recreation in the Cobb County area.

Despite its satisfactory condition assessment as of March 2016, the Chestnut Hill Lake Dam poses a high hazard potential due to its uncontrolled spillway and outlet gates. The dam is regulated by the Georgia Safe Dams Program, with state permitting, inspection, and enforcement in place to ensure public safety. While the risk assessment indicates a moderate level of risk, ongoing risk management measures are not explicitly outlined for this structure.

Water resource and climate enthusiasts visiting Chestnut Hill Lake Dam can appreciate the combination of natural beauty and engineered infrastructure, offering a glimpse into the intersection of water management and recreational amenities in the region. As one of the key features in the area, the dam continues to play a vital role in providing outdoor enjoyment while highlighting the importance of proactive maintenance and risk management for sustainable water resource utilization.

Year Completed

1986

Dam Height

27

River Or Stream

UNKNOWN

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

15

Hydraulic Height

20

Nid Storage

163

Outlet Gates

Uncontrolled

Hazard Potential

High

Foundations

Unlisted/Unknown

Nid Height

27
       
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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.