Lake Dyal Lake Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Lake Dyal Lake Dam, also known as Lake Junan Dam, is a private earth dam located in McRae, Georgia.


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Summary

Built in 1948 by W. Dyal, this dam stands at a height of 17 feet and stretches over 640 feet in length. Its primary purpose is for recreation, providing a surface area of 18 acres and a storage capacity of 229 acre-feet.

Managed by a private owner, Lake Dyal Lake Dam is not state-regulated but undergoes regular inspections, with the last one conducted in January 2017. The dam has a low hazard potential and a moderate risk assessment score of 3. Although its condition is currently not rated, the dam's risk management measures are not specified, indicating a need for further evaluation and potentially enhanced safety protocols.

Situated in Telfair County, Georgia, Lake Dyal Lake Dam serves as a popular recreational spot for water and climate enthusiasts. With its picturesque surroundings and ample storage capacity, the dam offers a serene escape for fishing, boating, and other water-based activities. While the dam's risk assessment suggests a moderate level of concern, its continued operation and maintenance are crucial to ensuring the safety and enjoyment of visitors to this scenic location.

Year Completed

1948

Dam Length

640

Dam Height

17

River Or Stream

UNKNOWN

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

18

Drainage Area

370

Nid Storage

229

Outlet Gates

Uncontrolled

Hazard Potential

Low

Foundations

Unlisted/Unknown

Nid Height

17
       
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Condition Assessment

Satisfactory
No existing or potential dam safety deficiencies are recognized. Acceptable performance is expected under all loading conditions (static, hydrologic, seismic) in accordance with the minimum applicable state or federal regulatory criteria or tolerable risk guidelines.
Fair
No existing dam safety deficiencies are recognized for normal operating conditions. Rare or extreme hydrologic and/or seismic events may result in a dam safety deficiency. Risk may be in the range to take further action. Note: Rare or extreme event is defined by the regulatory agency based on their minimum
Poor A dam safety deficiency is recognized for normal operating conditions which may realistically occur. Remedial action is necessary. POOR may also be used when uncertainties exist as to critical analysis parameters which identify a potential dam safety deficiency. Investigations and studies are necessary.
Unsatisfactory
A dam safety deficiency is recognized that requires immediate or emergency remedial action for problem resolution.
Not Rated
The dam has not been inspected, is not under state or federal jurisdiction, or has been inspected but, for whatever reason, has not been rated.
Not Available
Dams for which the condition assessment is restricted to approved government users.

Hazard Potential Classification

High
Dams assigned the high hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation will probably cause loss of human life.
Significant
Dams assigned the significant hazard potential classification are those dams where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life but can cause economic loss, environment damage, disruption of lifeline facilities, or impact other concerns. Significant hazard potential classification dams are often located in predominantly rural or agricultural areas but could be in areas with population and significant infrastructure.
Low
Dams assigned the low hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life and low economic and/or environmental losses. Losses are principally limited to the owner's property.
Undetermined
Dams for which a downstream hazard potential has not been designated or is not provided.
Not Available
Dams for which the downstream hazard potential is restricted to approved government users.