InTucker Magazine

Johns Homestead Dam Project

Johns Homestead is a unique park in Tucker due to the fact that it is the site for one of the oldest homes still standing in DeKalb County, is a walking retreat for local birders and home to a popular fishing spot. Twin Brothers Lake has been in the hearts of many residents of Tucker for decades, but the dam is aging and in need of some major repairs.

Dam repairs are costly and not something to rush. Starting in 2022, the City has been in the process of inspecting, evaluating and designing improvements to the structure that splits Twin Brothers Lake.

Funded in part by a $2.5 million grant, the construction total awarded to North Georgia Concrete is $4,008,126.15 and includes an observation deck, trail markers, new access points from the surrounding neighborhoods and more in addition to repairing the safety needs of the dam structure.

As with any construction, it will be messy and ugly during the repairs and improvements, but the end result will be worth it for both safety and aesthetics. The project pages on the website will be kept up-to-date and the public is always welcome to reach out with any questions to info@tuckerga.gov.

There will be a Public Information Open House on January 16 from 6-7:30 p.m. at City Hall. This meeting will cover information on both the Lake Erin and the Twin Brothers dam projects.