Adams Lake Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Adams Lake Dam, located in Jackson, Georgia, is a private-owned structure designed by ED ADAMS with a height of 33 feet and a storage capacity of 105 acre-feet.
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Summary
The dam, primarily constructed for water resource management, has a low hazard potential and a moderate risk assessment rating. Despite being not rated for its condition assessment, the dam undergoes inspections every five years, with the last inspection conducted in August 2016.
The Earth-type dam features an uncontrolled spillway and outlet gates, serving the primary purpose of regulating water levels in Adams Lake. While not state-regulated or permitted, the dam is within the state's jurisdiction and undergoes regular inspections. With a surface area of 8 acres and a drainage area of 0, the dam plays a crucial role in maintaining the water resources of the region. Enthusiasts interested in water resource management and climate resilience can find Adams Lake Dam an intriguing case study in private-owned dam infrastructure.
Dam Height |
33 |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
8 |
Nid Storage |
105 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
33 |
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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.
Adams Lake Dam