Lovejoys Lake Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Brown Lake Dam Rives Lake Dam
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Lovejoys Lake Dam, located in Hancock, Georgia, was completed in 1940 by designer L.
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Summary
C. Lovejoy for the primary purpose of recreation. The earth dam stands at 18 feet high with a core type of buttress and a structural height of 14 feet. The dam has a maximum storage capacity of 94 acre-feet and a normal storage level of 55 acre-feet, covering a surface area of 9 acres.
Managed by a private owner, Lovejoys Lake Dam is not regulated by the state and has a low hazard potential. Despite being uncontrolled, the spillway type allows for controlled water release in case of excess water. The risk assessment for the dam is moderate, indicating a need for some level of risk management measures to ensure safety for surrounding communities and the environment. Water resource and climate enthusiasts would find Lovejoys Lake Dam an interesting structure for its unique design and historical significance in the region.
Year Completed |
1940 |
Dam Length |
450 |
Dam Height |
18 |
River Or Stream |
UNKNOWN |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
9 |
Hydraulic Height |
14 |
Nid Storage |
94 |
Structural Height |
14 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
18 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Oconee River At Milledgeville
|
635cfs |
Little River Near Washington
|
85cfs |
Kettle Creek Near Washington
|
9cfs |
Little River Near Eatonton
|
121cfs |
Oconee River At Avant Mine
|
846cfs |
Murder Creek Below Eatonton
|
70cfs |
Dam Data Reference
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.
Lovejoys Lake Dam