Victory Lake Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Victory Lake Dam, located in Mount Berry, Georgia, was completed in 1920 and serves as a recreational spot along Big Dry Creek.
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Summary
This private Earth dam stands at a height of 10 feet and stretches 537 feet in length, with a storage capacity of 112 acre-feet and a surface area of 26.7 acres. The dam's purpose is primarily for recreation, offering visitors opportunities for boating, fishing, and other water-based activities.
Despite being unregulated by the state, Victory Lake Dam poses a moderate risk level, with an undetermined hazard potential. The dam features an uncontrolled spillway and outlet gates, with an unknown condition assessment. While the dam has not been rated for its current state, its risk management measures and emergency preparedness remain unlisted. The surrounding Floyd County area benefits from the dam's presence as a recreational amenity, attracting water resource and climate enthusiasts to its scenic waters and natural surroundings.
As a key feature within the Nashville District of the US Army Corps of Engineers, Victory Lake Dam offers a glimpse into the intersection of water resource management and recreational enjoyment. With its historical significance dating back over a century, the dam continues to provide a vital source of water storage and leisure activities for the local community. While its risk level remains moderate, ongoing assessments and management measures are essential to ensure the safety and sustainability of this beloved water resource and climate enthusiast's haven.
Year Completed |
1920 |
Dam Length |
537 |
Dam Height |
10 |
River Or Stream |
Big Dry Creek |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
26.7 |
Drainage Area |
2900 |
Nid Storage |
112 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
Undetermined |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
10 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Oostanaula River Near Rome
|
1130cfs |
Heath Creek Near Armuchee
|
2cfs |
Etowah River At Ga 1 Loop
|
2150cfs |
Coosa River Near Rome
|
3930cfs |
Etowah River Near Kingston
|
3190cfs |
Chattooga River At Summerville
|
112cfs |
Dam Data Reference
Condition Assessment
SatisfactoryNo 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
HighDams 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.
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