Boyette Lake Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Boyette Lake Dam, located in Cook County, Georgia, was completed in 1996 with a primary purpose of recreation.
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Summary
The dam, designed by Mr. Boyd, is classified as an Earth dam with a height of 22 feet and a hydraulic height of 21 feet. It has a length of 665 feet and a storage capacity of 173 acre-feet, with a normal storage level of 126 acre-feet. The dam's hazard potential is rated as low, with a moderate risk assessment.
Owned privately, Boyette Lake Dam is not regulated by the state but undergoes regular inspections, with the last one conducted in April 2016. The dam features an uncontrolled spillway and outlet gates, with no associated locks. Although not currently rated for its condition, the dam's risk management measures are in place to address any potential issues. Overall, Boyette Lake Dam serves as a vital recreational resource in the area, offering both leisure activities and a source of water storage for the community.
Year Completed |
1996 |
Dam Length |
665 |
Dam Height |
22 |
River Or Stream |
unknown |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
14 |
Hydraulic Height |
21 |
Nid Storage |
173 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
22 |
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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.
Boyette Lake Dam