Crouch Lake Dam # 4 Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Crouch Lake Dam # 4, located in Orchard Hill, Georgia, was completed in 1980 and serves as a recreational reservoir with a storage capacity of 119 acre-feet.


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Summary

The dam is an earth type structure with a height of 30 feet and a hydraulic height of 23 feet. It is primarily designed for flood control and recreation purposes, providing a serene environment for water enthusiasts to enjoy various activities.

Although the dam is classified as having a low hazard potential, it has a moderate risk assessment with a rating of 3. The last inspection of the dam was conducted in October 2012, with an inspection frequency of 5 years. While the condition of the dam is not rated, it is important to note that emergency action plans and risk management measures are not fully documented for this structure. Despite these challenges, Crouch Lake Dam # 4 remains a vital part of the water resource infrastructure in Spalding County, Georgia, offering both recreational opportunities and potential for further risk assessment and management improvements.

Year Completed

1980

Dam Length

570

Dam Height

30

River Or Stream

UNKNOWN

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

9

Hydraulic Height

23

Nid Storage

119

Outlet Gates

Uncontrolled

Hazard Potential

Low

Foundations

Unlisted/Unknown

Nid Height

30
       
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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.