Delano Lake Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Delano Lake Dam, located in Harris, Georgia, was completed in 1938 and serves as a key recreational resource in the area.


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Summary

This earth dam, with a height of 37.6 feet and a length of 615 feet, creates a surface area of 12 acres and provides a storage capacity of 291 acre-feet. The dam is primarily used for recreation purposes and has a low hazard potential, making it a safe and enjoyable destination for water enthusiasts.

While the dam is not state regulated, it is inspected periodically to ensure its structural integrity and safety. The last inspection took place on January 22, 2020, with a frequency of every 5 years. The risk assessment for Delano Lake Dam rates it as moderate (3), indicating that certain risk management measures may be necessary to mitigate potential hazards. Overall, Delano Lake Dam offers a picturesque setting for outdoor activities and serves as a valuable water resource for the community.

Year Completed

1938

Dam Length

615

Dam Height

37.6

River Or Stream

UNKNOWN

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

12

Drainage Area

189

Nid Storage

291

Outlet Gates

Uncontrolled

Hazard Potential

Low

Foundations

Unlisted/Unknown

Nid Height

38
       
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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.
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