Morjan Lake Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Willow Beach Lake Dam Crawley Dam
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Morjan Lake Dam, located in Harris, Georgia, was completed in 1953 and serves as a crucial water resource for the GINNS OLD LAKE COMMUNITY.
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Summary
This private dam, primarily used for recreation, stands at a height of 17.8 feet and has a storage capacity of 122.8 acre-feet. With a low hazard potential and a moderate risk assessment score of 3, the dam has not been rated for its current condition but undergoes inspections every 5 years to ensure its safety and stability.
Despite being unregulated by the state, Morjan Lake Dam plays a vital role in managing water resources and providing recreational opportunities for the local community. Its earth core structure with buttress foundations spans 600 feet in length and covers a surface area of 12 acres. The dam features an uncontrolled spillway and outlet gates, contributing to its low hazard potential and moderate risk assessment. While the dam's emergency action plan status and risk management measures are currently unspecified, its location in a designated risk zone suggests the need for continued monitoring and evaluation to mitigate potential risks.
In a region represented by A. Drew Ferguson IV (R), Morjan Lake Dam stands as a testament to the intersection of water resource management and climate resilience. As water resource and climate enthusiasts, the significance of monitoring and maintaining the integrity of dams like Morjan Lake Dam cannot be overstated, especially in the face of changing environmental conditions and increased risk factors. The dam's role in providing recreational opportunities, managing water storage, and safeguarding the local community underscores the importance of proactive risk management and sustainable infrastructure practices for a resilient future.
Year Completed |
1953 |
Dam Length |
600 |
Dam Height |
17.8 |
River Or Stream |
UNKNOWN |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
12 |
Hydraulic Height |
15 |
Drainage Area |
70 |
Nid Storage |
122.8 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
18 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Upatoi Creek Near Columbus
|
275cfs |
Chattahoochee River At Us 280
|
1990cfs |
Uchee Creek Near Fort Mitchell
|
118cfs |
Chattahoochee River At West Point
|
6360cfs |
Flint River Near Culloden
|
1240cfs |
Hannahatchee Creek At Union
|
107cfs |
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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