Tired Creek Reservoir Dam
Key Takeaway
Tired Creek Reservoir Dam is classified as high hazard in Georgia. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 43 ft (taller than 93.4% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 0 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 26.2K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 14.5K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 960 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| NID ID | GA06438 |
Safety Information
Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
Grady County Board of Commissioners
Local Government
Nearby Dams
Paul Ponder Irrigation Pond Dam
Grady, GA
Low Hazard 26 ftRoddenberry Lake Dam
Grady, GA
Unknown 8 ftFalconer Lake Dam
Grady, GA
Low Hazard 17 ftCairo Country Club Lake Dam
Grady, GA
Low Hazard 20 ftEzell Pond Dam
Grady, GA
Low Hazard 30 ftSweetwater Lake Dam
Grady, GA
Low Hazard 16 ftBearden Pond Dam
Grady, GA
Low Hazard 11 ftWight Pond System #4 Dam
Grady, GA
Low Hazard 20 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Tired Creek Reservoir Dam?
Tired Creek Reservoir Dam is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Tired Creek Reservoir Dam?
Tired Creek Reservoir Dam is owned by Grady County Board of Commissioners (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
How tall is Tired Creek Reservoir Dam?
Tired Creek Reservoir Dam has a dam height of 43 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 Tired Creek Reservoir Dam last inspected?
Tired Creek Reservoir Dam was last inspected on February 4, 2014. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.