City Of Lawrenceville Lake Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

City of Lawrenceville Lake Dam, also known as Rhodes Jordan Park Dam, is a local government-owned structure located in Lawrenceville, Georgia.


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Summary

Built in 1953, this earth dam stands at a height of 29 feet and spans 860 feet along School Creek. The dam's primary purpose is for recreation, offering a surface area of 17 acres and a storage capacity of 200 acre-feet.

Managed by the GA-SAFE DAMS PROGRAM, the City of Lawrenceville Lake Dam has a high hazard potential but was assessed to be in satisfactory condition during its last inspection in February 2016. While the dam does not have controlled spillways or outlet gates, it is regulated, permitted, and inspected by the state, ensuring its safety and compliance with regulatory standards. Despite its moderate risk assessment, the dam remains a popular recreational spot for locals and visitors to enjoy.

With its rich history and scenic location, City of Lawrenceville Lake Dam serves as a vital component of the community's landscape and water resource infrastructure. As water resource and climate enthusiasts explore the dam's features and design, they can appreciate its importance in providing recreational opportunities while also prioritizing safety and environmental stewardship in its management and maintenance.

Year Completed

1953

Dam Length

860

Dam Height

29

River Or Stream

SCHOOL CREEK

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

17

Drainage Area

615

Nid Storage

200

Outlet Gates

Uncontrolled

Hazard Potential

High

Foundations

Unlisted/Unknown

Nid Height

29
       
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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.