Vulcan Materials Lake Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Vulcan Materials Lake Dam, located in Bartow, Georgia, is a private earth dam primarily used for tailings storage with a height of 42.9 feet and a maximum storage capacity of 116 acre-feet.


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Summary

The dam, constructed with a buttress core type, serves the purpose of retaining tailings in an uncontrolled spillway system. Despite its low hazard potential, the dam has a moderate risk assessment rating of 3 due to its condition not being rated and the absence of an emergency action plan.

Owned by a private entity, Vulcan Materials Lake Dam has not been subject to state regulation, permitting, or enforcement. The dam's location in Catersville, Georgia, falls under the jurisdiction of the state without federal oversight. With a history of unknown designer names and a lack of inspection frequency data, the dam's risk management measures and emergency preparedness remain unclear. Water resource and climate enthusiasts may find interest in the unique design and function of Vulcan Materials Lake Dam, as well as the potential environmental implications of its tailings storage operations.

Dam Length

225

Dam Height

42.9

River Or Stream

Unknown

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

5

Hydraulic Height

39.1

Nid Storage

116

Outlet Gates

Uncontrolled

Hazard Potential

Low

Foundations

Unlisted/Unknown

Nid Height

43
       
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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.