Tidwell Lake Dam

Stiles Creek· Bartow, Georgia· Earth· 27 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Tidwell Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 27 ft (taller than 65.9% in GA)
Dam Length402 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage140 acre-ft
Normal Storage64 acre-ft
Surface Area9 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
NID IDGA02191

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: April 19, 2018
State Regulated: No

Ownership

Tidwell, Family Partenership LP

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Tidwell Lake Dam?

Tidwell 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 Tidwell Lake Dam?

Tidwell Lake Dam is owned by Tidwell, Family Partenership LP (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Tidwell Lake Dam?

Tidwell 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 Tidwell Lake Dam?

Tidwell Lake Dam has a dam height of 27 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 Tidwell Lake Dam last inspected?

Tidwell Lake Dam was last inspected on April 19, 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.