Carl Neisler Lake Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Carl Neisler Lake Dam, located in Fickling Mill, Georgia, serves primarily for irrigation purposes and stands as a testament to the engineering prowess of MCGILL-SCHNABEL, who designed this Buttress-type structure.


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Summary

Completed in 2002, the dam has a height of 15.5 feet and a storage capacity of 600 acre-feet, making it a vital resource for the surrounding area. Situated on the Little Patsiliga Creek, the dam boasts a low hazard potential and a moderate risk assessment, indicating its overall safety and reliability.

Despite being privately owned, Carl Neisler Lake Dam falls under the jurisdiction of the state of Georgia and is not regulated or inspected by any state agency. The dam's uncontrolled spillway and outlet gates further highlight its simple yet effective design, ensuring efficient water management for the region. While the structure has not been rated for its condition, its last inspection in July 2017 revealed no immediate concerns, giving water resource and climate enthusiasts peace of mind regarding the dam's stability and functionality. With its strategic location and significant contribution to irrigation, Carl Neisler Lake Dam stands as a valuable asset in the region's water resource management infrastructure.

Year Completed

2002

Dam Length

225

Dam Height

15.5

River Or Stream

LITTLE PATSILIGA CREEK

Primary Dam Type

Buttress

Surface Area

60

Hydraulic Height

15

Nid Storage

600

Outlet Gates

Uncontrolled

Hazard Potential

Low

Foundations

Unlisted/Unknown

Nid Height

16
       
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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.