River Road Hunting Club Lake Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 6, 2025

River Road Hunting Club Lake Dam in Burke, Georgia, is a privately owned Earth dam that serves as a Fish and Wildlife Pond.


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Summary

With a height of 42 feet and a storage capacity of 672 acre-feet, this dam plays a crucial role in maintaining the natural habitat for various aquatic species in the area. The dam has a low hazard potential and is inspected every five years to ensure its structural integrity.

Located in the Charleston District, River Road Hunting Club Lake Dam is equipped with an uncontrolled spillway and outlet gates. Despite not being regulated by the state, the dam is regularly inspected to meet safety standards and mitigate any potential risks. While the condition of the dam is currently not rated, its risk assessment indicates a moderate level of risk, highlighting the importance of ongoing monitoring and maintenance to ensure the safety of the surrounding environment and community.

With its primary purpose of supporting fish and wildlife, River Road Hunting Club Lake Dam serves as a vital resource for conservation efforts in the region. The dam's strategic location and design contribute to the enhancement of the local ecosystem, making it a valuable asset for water resource and climate enthusiasts who prioritize the preservation of natural habitats and wildlife populations.

Dam Height

42

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

25

Nid Storage

672

Outlet Gates

Uncontrolled

Hazard Potential

Low

Foundations

Unlisted/Unknown

Nid Height

42
       
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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.