Lake Larry Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Lake Larry Dam, located in Eldorado, Georgia, was completed in 1955 and serves as a recreational spot for locals and visitors alike.


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Summary

This earth dam, with a height of 10 feet and a hydraulic height of 9 feet, offers a serene 28-acre surface area for leisure activities such as boating and fishing. With a storage capacity of 149 acre-feet, the dam provides essential water resources for the surrounding area.

Despite its primary purpose for recreation, Lake Larry Dam poses a high hazard potential and is classified as having a moderate risk level. The dam is state-regulated and regularly inspected by the Georgia-SAFE DAMS PROGRAM to ensure public safety. The last inspection was conducted in 2010, with an inspection frequency of every two years to monitor its condition and maintenance needs. Although its condition is currently not rated, the dam continues to be a vital part of the local water resource infrastructure.

As water resource and climate enthusiasts explore the unique features of Lake Larry Dam, they can appreciate its contribution to the community's water supply and recreational activities. With its scenic surroundings and crucial role in water storage and management, this dam stands as a testament to the intersection of human engineering and natural beauty in Georgia.

Year Completed

1955

Dam Length

655

Dam Height

10

River Or Stream

UNKNOWN

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

28

Hydraulic Height

9

Drainage Area

600

Nid Storage

149

Outlet Gates

Uncontrolled

Hazard Potential

High

Foundations

Unlisted/Unknown

Nid Height

10
       
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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.