Lindsey Lake Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Boyd Lake Dam Grimaude Lake Dam
Last Updated: December 13, 2025
Lindsey Lake Dam in Wilkes, Georgia, is a private earth dam with a height of 26 feet and a length of 210 feet.
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Summary
Managed by the Soil Conservation Service (SCS), this dam was completed without state permitting but undergoes regular state inspections. The dam has a storage capacity of 47 acre-feet and serves as an important water resource for the area.
Despite being classified as having an undetermined hazard potential and a moderate risk assessment, Lindsey Lake Dam has not been rated for its condition. The dam features an uncontrolled spillway and outlet gates, with the last inspection conducted in September 2016. With no Emergency Action Plan (EAP) in place or updated inundation maps prepared, there is room for improvement in emergency preparedness and risk management measures for this dam.
Water resource and climate enthusiasts monitoring Lindsey Lake Dam should be aware of its significance in providing storage for 25 acre-feet of water. While the dam's condition assessment is currently not rated, regular inspections and risk assessments are conducted to ensure public safety. As a private dam, it is crucial for the owner to prioritize the development of an Emergency Action Plan and implement measures to strengthen risk management in order to mitigate potential hazards and ensure the dam's long-term resilience in the face of changing climate conditions.
Dam Length |
210 |
Dam Height |
26 |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
3 |
Nid Storage |
47 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
Undetermined |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
26 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Broad River Near Bell
|
697cfs |
Kettle Creek Near Washington
|
6cfs |
Little River Near Washington
|
49cfs |
South Fork Broad River At Carlton
|
87cfs |
Broad River Above Carlton
|
338cfs |
Little River Near Mt. Carmel
|
66cfs |
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.
Lindsey Lake Dam