Four Lakes Inc. Dam #3 Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
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Summary
Dam #3 is a privately owned earth dam located in Upatoi, Georgia, with a primary purpose of recreation. The dam stands at a height of 14 feet and has a length of 320 feet, creating a reservoir with a storage capacity of 57 acre-feet. The dam is classified as low hazard potential and has not been rated for condition assessment.
Managed by the Natural Resources Conservation Service, Four Lakes INC. Dam #3 is an integral part of the local water resource infrastructure, providing recreational opportunities while contributing to the overall water management system in Muscogee County. Despite its uncontrolled spillway and outlet gates, the dam's risk assessment is moderate, highlighting the need for ongoing monitoring and potential risk management measures in the future. Water resource and climate enthusiasts will find this dam to be a fascinating example of private ownership in the context of water management and recreation.
Dam Length |
320 |
Dam Height |
14 |
River Or Stream |
Name unknown |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
7 |
Hydraulic Height |
14 |
Drainage Area |
55 |
Nid Storage |
57 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
14 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Upatoi Creek Near Columbus
|
275cfs |
Chattahoochee River At Us 280
|
1990cfs |
Uchee Creek Near Fort Mitchell
|
118cfs |
Flint River Near Culloden
|
1240cfs |
Hannahatchee Creek At Union
|
107cfs |
Kinchafoonee Creek At Preston
|
220cfs |
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.
Four Lakes Inc. Dam #3