Thomas Tract Lake Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Thomas Tract Lake Dam, also known as Frank Lake Dam, is a private dam located in Columbia, Georgia.


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Summary

This Earth dam stands at a height of 32 feet and serves primarily for recreational purposes, with a maximum storage capacity of 94 acre-feet. The dam's design includes a buttress core type and an uncontrolled spillway, contributing to its low hazard potential and moderate risk assessment rating.

Despite being a privately-owned structure, Thomas Tract Lake Dam is subject to state inspection, with the last assessment conducted in August 2017. The dam's condition is currently not rated, but its risk management measures are categorized as moderate. With a drainage area not specified, the dam covers a surface area of 6 acres and offers recreational opportunities for visitors in the region.

Located in the Charleston District and situated along an unknown river or stream, Thomas Tract Lake Dam is a noteworthy feature in the Georgia landscape for water resource and climate enthusiasts. Its historical completion date is unspecified, but its presence as a recreational spot in the area underscores the importance of proper maintenance and regulatory oversight to ensure its continued safety and functionality for the community.

Dam Length

650

Dam Height

32

River Or Stream

UNKNOWN

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

6

Hydraulic Height

24

Nid Storage

94

Structural Height

24

Outlet Gates

Uncontrolled

Hazard Potential

Low

Foundations

Unlisted/Unknown

Nid Height

32
       
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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.