Spears Lake Dam

PITTMAN CREEK· Newton, Georgia· Built 1965· Earth· 25 ft tall
Low Hazard Fire Protection Stock Or Small Fish Pond Private

Key Takeaway

Spears Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1965 and is 61 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.

Physical Details

Dam Height 25 ft (taller than 58.1% in GA)
Dam Length360 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage215 acre-ft
Normal Storage157 acre-ft
Surface Area17 acres
Year Completed1965 (61 years old)
NID IDGA05159

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: September 1, 2005
State Regulated: No

Ownership

J. B. Spears and Sons

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Spears Lake Dam?

Spears 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 Spears Lake Dam?

Spears Lake Dam is owned by J. B. Spears and Sons (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Spears Lake Dam built?

Spears Lake Dam was completed in 1965, making it 61 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 Spears Lake Dam?

Spears Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Spears Lake Dam?

Spears Lake Dam has a dam height of 25 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 Spears Lake Dam last inspected?

Spears Lake Dam was last inspected on September 1, 2005. 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.