Pinion Point Lake Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Pinion Point Lake Dam, located in Brooks, Georgia, is a private earth dam primarily used for recreation purposes.


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Summary

Standing at a height of 18.3 meters with a hydraulic height of 17.8 meters, this dam provides a storage capacity of 1300 acre-feet and a total volume of 2380 acre-feet. The dam spans a length of 1230 meters and covers a surface area of 200 acres, offering a picturesque setting for water resource and climate enthusiasts to enjoy.

Although the dam is categorized as having a low hazard potential, it poses a moderate risk and has not been rated for its current condition. Despite being unregulated by the state and lacking permits, Pinion Point Lake Dam undergoes regular inspections, with the last one conducted in January 2018. The dam's emergency action plan status, risk assessment, and management measures remain unspecified, raising questions about its resilience and readiness for potential climate-related challenges.

As an uncontrolled spillway dam situated in a serene natural setting, Pinion Point Lake Dam serves as a recreational oasis while also raising concerns about its safety and management practices. For water resource and climate enthusiasts, understanding the dam's risk profile and emergency preparedness measures is crucial in ensuring the sustainability and protection of this scenic water feature amidst a changing climate landscape.

Dam Length

1230

Dam Height

18.3

River Or Stream

UNKNOWN

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

200

Hydraulic Height

17.8

Nid Storage

2380

Outlet Gates

Uncontrolled

Hazard Potential

Low

Foundations

Unlisted/Unknown

Nid Height

18
       
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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.