Panorama Lake Dam No. 2 Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Panorama Lake Dam No.


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Summary

2, located in Sautee Nacoochee, Georgia, is a private earth dam that stands at a height of 39 feet and has a hydraulic height of 28 feet. The dam, constructed by SCS, spans a length of 315 feet and has a storage capacity of 91.2 acre-feet, with a normal storage level of 67 acre-feet. It impounds water from Brasstown Creek and covers a surface area of 5.7 acres, serving as a valuable resource for the surrounding community.

Despite being classified with a low hazard potential, Panorama Lake Dam No. 2 is subject to state inspection, with the last inspection conducted in February 2011. The dam is not currently rated for its condition, but it has a moderate risk assessment score of 3. While the dam does not have an Emergency Action Plan in place, it meets regulatory guidelines and ensures that emergency contacts are updated. With its controlled spillway and uncontrolled outlet gates, Panorama Lake Dam No. 2 plays a crucial role in managing water resources in the region and contributes to the overall climate resilience of the area.

Dam Length

315

Dam Height

39

River Or Stream

Brasstown Creek

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

5.7

Hydraulic Height

28

Drainage Area

76

Nid Storage

91.2

Outlet Gates

Uncontrolled

Hazard Potential

Low

Foundations

Unlisted/Unknown

Nid Height

39
       
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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.