Tom Williams Lake Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Tom Williams Lake Dam, located in Lizella, Georgia, is a private earth dam constructed in 1997 by F & M Land Surveyors.


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Summary

Standing at a height of 33.9 feet with a hydraulic height of 32.8 feet, the dam serves as a crucial water resource structure in Crawford County. With a storage capacity of 204.8 acre-feet and a normal storage of 130 acre-feet, the dam plays a significant role in water management for the surrounding area.

Despite being uncontrolled, Tom Williams Lake Dam has a low hazard potential and a moderate risk assessment rating. The dam has not been inspected since August 2015, with a scheduled inspection frequency of 5 years. While the condition assessment is not rated, the dam's risk management measures and emergency action plan status are not specified in the data. Overall, the dam remains a vital infrastructure for water resource enthusiasts and climate advocates in the region, ensuring water supply and flood control for the local community.

Situated in the Mobile District of the US Army Corps of Engineers, Tom Williams Lake Dam is overseen by private owners and is not state-regulated. With its strategic location and design, the dam serves as a valuable asset for water conservation and management in the area. While it may require further inspection and risk assessment, the dam stands as a testament to the importance of sustainable water resource infrastructure in mitigating climate impacts and ensuring environmental resilience.

Year Completed

1997

Dam Length

498

Dam Height

33.9

River Or Stream

Name unknown

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

10

Hydraulic Height

32.8

Nid Storage

204.8

Outlet Gates

Uncontrolled

Hazard Potential

Low

Foundations

Unlisted/Unknown

Nid Height

34
       
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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.