Lanceford Lake Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 13, 2025
Lanceford Lake Dam, located in Ellaville, Georgia, was completed in 1971 for the primary purpose of recreation.
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Summary
This private dam, standing at a height of 13.8 feet with a hydraulic height of 10.4 feet, provides a storage capacity of 126.9 acre-feet. Despite its low hazard potential, the dam's risk assessment is moderate, indicating the need for careful monitoring and management measures.
Owned privately and not regulated by the state, Lanceford Lake Dam is designed as an earth dam with buttress core types. With an uncontrolled spillway and outlet gates, the dam spans a length of 450 feet and covers a surface area of 13.8 acres. While the dam's condition assessment is currently not rated, it undergoes inspections every five years to ensure its structural integrity and safety for recreational purposes.
Water resource and climate enthusiasts may find Lanceford Lake Dam an interesting site for studying the intersection of human-made structures and natural environments. Its location in Schley County, Georgia, along with its unique design features and risk assessment, present a compelling case for understanding the complexities of managing water resources in a changing climate.
Year Completed |
1971 |
Dam Length |
450 |
Dam Height |
13.8 |
River Or Stream |
UNKNOWN |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
13.8 |
Hydraulic Height |
10.4 |
Nid Storage |
126.9 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
14 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Flint River At Ga 26
|
1490cfs |
Muckalee Creek Near Americus
|
109cfs |
Turkey Creek At Byromville
|
12cfs |
Kinchafoonee Creek At Preston
|
95cfs |
Flint River Near Culloden
|
688cfs |
Upatoi Creek Near Columbus
|
165cfs |
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.
Lanceford Lake Dam