Fort Washington Lake Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Wellman Lake Dam King Lake Dam
Last Updated: December 14, 2025
Fort Washington Lake Dam, located in Wilkes, Georgia, is a local government-owned structure designed by SCS with an earth dam type and buttress core type.
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Summary
With a height of 35 feet and a storage capacity of 26 acre-feet, the dam serves a primary purpose that is not specified in the data. The dam has a low hazard potential and a moderate risk assessment rating.
Although the dam is uncontrolled with regards to spillway type and outlet gates, it has not been inspected or assessed for condition rating. The risk management measures, emergency action plan status, and contact information for emergency situations are currently not available. The dam's location, construction year, and specific purposes are not provided, leaving room for further exploration and analysis by water resource and climate enthusiasts interested in the role of Fort Washington Lake Dam in the region's water management and environmental protection efforts.
Dam Height |
35 |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
1 |
Nid Storage |
26 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
35 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Kettle Creek Near Washington
|
7cfs |
Little River Near Washington
|
46cfs |
Broad River Near Bell
|
656cfs |
South Fork Broad River At Carlton
|
87cfs |
Little River Near Mt. Carmel
|
64cfs |
Broad River Above Carlton
|
325cfs |
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.
Fort Washington Lake Dam