Lawrence Lake Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 6, 2025

Lawrence Lake Dam, located in Pike, Georgia, is a privately owned structure primarily used for recreation.


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Summary

Built in 1944 by the Soil Conservation Service (SCS), this earth dam stands at 19 feet high and stretches 414 feet in length, with a storage capacity of 116 acre-feet. The dam is classified as having a low hazard potential and a moderate risk assessment rating.

Although not state regulated, Lawrence Lake Dam undergoes regular inspections, with the last recorded inspection dating back to July 2007. The dam features an uncontrolled spillway and outlet gates, with no associated locks. While its condition is currently not rated, the risk management measures and emergency action plans for the dam are not detailed in the available data.

Water resource and climate enthusiasts may find Lawrence Lake Dam intriguing due to its historical significance, design characteristics, and recreational purposes. With its proximity to the city of Molena Environs and the surrounding natural environment, this dam serves as a focal point for outdoor activities and water-based recreation in the area. Despite being privately owned, the dam plays a crucial role in water management and conservation efforts in the region, showcasing the intersection of human infrastructure with the natural landscape.

Year Completed

1944

Dam Length

414

Dam Height

19

River Or Stream

UNKNOWN

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

9

Hydraulic Height

19

Drainage Area

116

Nid Storage

116

Outlet Gates

Uncontrolled

Hazard Potential

Low

Foundations

Unlisted/Unknown

Nid Height

19
       
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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.