Starr's Lake Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Starr's Lake Dam, located in Franklin, Georgia, is a private dam on the North Fork Broad Street river.
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Summary
This earth dam stands at a height of 22 feet and has a length of 215 feet, with a storage capacity of 209 acre-feet. Although the dam is uncontrolled, its hazard potential is rated as low, with a moderate risk assessment of 3. The last inspection took place in June 2016, with a scheduled inspection frequency of 5 years.
Despite being privately owned and not regulated by the state, Starr's Lake Dam serves an important purpose in managing water resources in the area. With a surface area of 16 acres and a normal storage capacity of 148 acre-feet, the dam plays a role in flood control and water supply management. While the dam's condition assessment is listed as "Not Rated," its risk management measures and emergency action plan status are currently unspecified.
For water resource and climate enthusiasts, Starr's Lake Dam presents an intriguing case study in private dam ownership and management. The dam's location in a picturesque setting, combined with its unique design features such as an earth core with buttress, make it a point of interest for those interested in hydrology and infrastructure resilience. As efforts to address climate change and improve water resource management continue, understanding the role of dams like Starr's Lake Dam becomes increasingly important in ensuring the sustainability of our water systems.
Dam Length |
215 |
Dam Height |
22 |
River Or Stream |
NORTH FORK BROAD STREET |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
16 |
Nid Storage |
209 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
22 |
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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.
Starr's Lake Dam