Tailings Impoundment Lake Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Fish Pond Dam Plant Waste Pond Dam
Last Updated: December 14, 2025
The Tailings Impoundment Lake Dam in Washington, Georgia, is a privately owned earth dam with a height of 30 feet and a length of 1000 feet.
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Summary
This dam serves as a containment structure for a tailings impoundment lake, with a storage capacity of 960 acre-feet. The dam has a low hazard potential and has not been rated for its condition assessment.
Despite being privately owned, the Tailings Impoundment Lake Dam falls under state jurisdiction and is subject to regular inspections. The dam's spillway is uncontrolled, and it is classified as having a moderate risk level. The last inspection of the dam took place in 2003, with a designated inspection frequency of 5 years.
While the Tailings Impoundment Lake Dam may not be well-known, it plays a crucial role in managing water resources in the area. With its moderate risk level and low hazard potential, continued monitoring and maintenance of this dam are essential to ensure the safety and stability of the surrounding environment and community.
Dam Length |
1000 |
Dam Height |
30 |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
56 |
Nid Storage |
960 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
30 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Oconee River At Avant Mine
|
606cfs |
Buffalo Creek At Ga 272
|
49cfs |
Oconee River At Milledgeville
|
514cfs |
Oconee River Near Oconee
|
864cfs |
Williamson Swamp Creek At Davisboro
|
52cfs |
Murder Creek Below Eatonton
|
58cfs |
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.
Tailings Impoundment Lake Dam