Tumlin Lake Dam

ASTIN CREEK· Carroll, Georgia· Earth· 20 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

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

Physical Details

Dam Height 20 ft (taller than 40.1% in GA)
Dam Length450 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage158 acre-ft
Normal Storage78 acre-ft
Surface Area12 acres
Drainage Area531 sq mi
Max Discharge158 cfs
Year Modified2009
NID IDGA02471

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: November 16, 2017
State Regulated: No

Ownership

Day, Mary Beth

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Tumlin Lake Dam?

Tumlin 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 Tumlin Lake Dam?

Tumlin Lake Dam is owned by Day, Mary Beth (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Tumlin Lake Dam?

Tumlin 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 Tumlin Lake Dam?

Tumlin Lake Dam has a dam height of 20 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 Tumlin Lake Dam last inspected?

Tumlin Lake Dam was last inspected on November 16, 2017. 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.