Loretta Lake Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Loretta Lake Dam, located in Albany, Georgia, was completed in 1940 and serves as a private recreational site for water and climate enthusiasts.


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Summary

This earth dam, standing at a height of 6.8 feet with a hydraulic height of 4.5 feet, provides a surface area of 26 acres for various outdoor activities. With a storage capacity of 83 acre-feet, the dam offers a tranquil escape for visitors seeking to engage in water-based recreational pursuits.

While the dam is categorized as having a low hazard potential and a moderate risk assessment, it has not been rated for its current condition. Despite lacking state regulation and inspection, Loretta Lake Dam continues to be a popular destination for locals and tourists alike. With its uncontrolled spillway and outlet gates, the dam presents a serene setting for fishing, boating, and other leisure activities. Through its historical significance and natural beauty, Loretta Lake Dam remains an integral part of the surrounding community's landscape.

Although the dam's information is limited in certain aspects such as inspection frequency and emergency preparedness, its enduring appeal and functionality as a recreational spot underscore its importance to both water resource and climate enthusiasts. With its picturesque location and diverse offerings, Loretta Lake Dam stands as a testament to the harmonious relationship between humans and nature in the realm of water-based recreation.

Year Completed

1940

Dam Length

600

Dam Height

6.8

River Or Stream

Unknown

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

26

Hydraulic Height

4.5

Nid Storage

83

Outlet Gates

Uncontrolled

Hazard Potential

Low

Foundations

Unlisted/Unknown

Nid Height

7
       
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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.