Rollins Lake Dam

PETTIT CREEK· Bartow, Georgia· Built 1989· Earth· 45 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Rollins Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1989 and is 37 years old. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 45 ft (taller than 94.4% in GA)
Dam Length1,050 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage2.1K acre-ft
Normal Storage1.5K acre-ft
Surface Area100 acres
Year Completed1989 (37 years old)
NID IDGA05302

Safety Information

Low Hazard

No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected.

Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: March 21, 2018
State Regulated: No

Ownership

Cartersville Ranch LLC

Private

Nearby Dams

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Rollins Lake Dam?

Rollins Lake Dam is classified as Low Hazard. No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.

Who owns and operates Rollins Lake Dam?

Rollins Lake Dam is owned by Cartersville Ranch LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Rollins Lake Dam built?

Rollins Lake Dam was completed in 1989, making it 37 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.

What is the primary purpose of Rollins Lake Dam?

Rollins Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Rollins Lake Dam?

Rollins Lake Dam has a dam height of 45 ft. Dam height is measured from the natural streambed at the downstream toe to the top of the dam, and may differ from the visible height.

When was Rollins Lake Dam last inspected?

Rollins Lake Dam was last inspected on March 21, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.