Irene Lake Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 13, 2025
Irene Lake Dam, located in Mountain Park, Georgia, serves as a recreational area along Rocky Creek.
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Summary
Built in 1967, this earth dam stands at a height of 32 feet and stretches 148 feet in length, with a storage capacity of 153 acre-feet. However, recent inspections have revealed a poor condition assessment and a high hazard potential, making it a cause for concern among water resource and climate enthusiasts.
The dam is privately owned and regulated by the Georgia Safe Dams Program, with state permitting, inspection, and enforcement in place. Despite its moderate risk assessment rating, the dam's poor condition raises alarms for potential safety issues and the need for immediate risk management measures. Additionally, the dam lacks emergency action plans and updated contact information, highlighting the importance of proactive measures to mitigate risks and ensure the safety of surrounding communities and ecosystems.
As water resource and climate enthusiasts continue to monitor Irene Lake Dam, it serves as a reminder of the importance of maintaining and managing critical infrastructure to prevent potential disasters and protect the environment. With its high hazard potential and poor condition assessment, the dam underscores the need for ongoing evaluation, maintenance, and risk mitigation strategies to safeguard water resources and mitigate the impacts of climate change in the region.
Year Completed |
1967 |
Dam Length |
148 |
Dam Height |
32 |
River Or Stream |
ROCKY CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
10 |
Drainage Area |
196 |
Nid Storage |
153 |
Structural Height |
26 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
High |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
32 |
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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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