Harley Lake Dam, located in Hancock, Georgia, along the Sikes Creek river, was completed in 1963 for the primary purpose of recreation.
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This private earth dam, with a height of 18 feet and a length of 595 feet, provides a storage capacity of 160 acre-feet, with a normal storage level of 90 acre-feet. The dam features an uncontrolled spillway and outlet gates, and has a low hazard potential, as assessed in 2005.
Despite not being state-regulated, Harley Lake Dam is subject to regular inspections, with the last one conducted in February 2005. The dam's condition is currently not rated, but it has a moderate risk assessment rating of 3. While there are no emergency action plans (EAP) in place, the dam meets guidelines and the risk management measures are not explicitly defined in the available data. Overall, Harley Lake Dam presents a fascinating example of a privately-owned recreational structure that contributes to water resource management and climate adaptation efforts in Georgia's Howell Grove environs.
Year Completed |
1963 |
Dam Length |
595 |
Dam Height |
18 |
River Or Stream |
SIKES CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
18 |
Hydraulic Height |
14 |
Nid Storage |
160 |
Structural Height |
14 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
18 |
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