Folly Lake Orchards Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Folly Lake Orchards Dam, also known as Harrison Lake Dam A, is a private earth dam located in McDuffie, Georgia.


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Summary

Built in 1959, the dam's primary purpose is irrigation, specifically for Folly Lake Orchards. The dam has a height of 24 feet and a length of 810 feet, providing a storage capacity of 1207 acre-feet for the orchards.

The dam is situated on Germany Creek and is owned by a private entity. While it is not regulated by the state, it is inspected regularly to ensure its structural integrity. The hazard potential of the dam is classified as low, with a moderate risk assessment rating of 3. Despite its age, the dam has not been rated for its current condition, and no emergency action plan has been prepared.

With its location in a rural setting and its critical role in providing irrigation water for Folly Lake Orchards, Folly Lake Orchards Dam represents a vital piece of infrastructure in the region. As climate change continues to impact water resources, it is essential to monitor and maintain dams like Folly Lake Orchards to ensure the continued safety and reliability of water supplies for agricultural operations in McDuffie, Georgia.

Year Completed

1959

Dam Length

810

Dam Height

24

River Or Stream

GERMANY CREEK

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

86

Nid Storage

1207

Outlet Gates

Uncontrolled

Hazard Potential

Low

Foundations

Unlisted/Unknown

Nid Height

24
       
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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.