Chapel Hills Lake Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 6, 2025

Chapel Hills Lake Dam is a captivating Earth dam located in Douglasville, Georgia, completed in 1992 for the primary purpose of recreation.


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Summary

Standing at a height of 37 feet with a hydraulic height of 35.3 feet, the dam holds a maximum storage capacity of 288.1 acre-feet and a normal storage of 168.3 acre-feet, covering a surface area of 9.9 acres.

Managed by a private owner, the dam is inspected every five years with a low hazard potential and a moderate risk assessment score of 3. With uncontrolled spillways and outlet gates, the structure poses minimal risk to the surrounding area. The dam has not been rated for its condition assessment, but its risk management measures are currently unknown.

Although the dam does not fall under state regulation or permitting, it is subject to state inspection and enforcement. With its unique design and purpose, Chapel Hills Lake Dam stands as a recreational haven for water resource and climate enthusiasts in the Douglasville area.

Year Completed

1992

Dam Length

570

Dam Height

37

River Or Stream

Name unknown

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

9.9

Hydraulic Height

35.3

Nid Storage

288.1

Outlet Gates

Uncontrolled

Hazard Potential

Low

Foundations

Unlisted/Unknown

Nid Height

37
       
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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.