Lovanna Farms Lake Dam (West) Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Lovanna Farms Lake Dam (West) is a privately owned structure located in Habersham, Georgia, along Porter's Mill Branch.


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Summary

Built in 1982 by the Soil Conservation Service (SCS), this earth dam stands at a height of 44 feet and serves multiple purposes, including fire protection and creating a small fish pond. With a storage capacity of 150 acre-feet and a surface area of 8 acres, this dam plays a vital role in water resource management in the area.

Despite its low hazard potential and moderate risk assessment, Lovanna Farms Lake Dam (West) has not been rated for its condition. However, it undergoes regular inspections, with the last one taking place in August 2017. The dam features an uncontrolled spillway and outlet gates, contributing to its functionality in maintaining water levels and preventing flooding in the surrounding area. With a drainage area of 370 acres, this dam plays a crucial role in regulating water flow and protecting the ecosystem.

While not under federal regulation or permitting, Lovanna Farms Lake Dam (West) is inspected every five years to ensure its structural integrity and safety. As a significant part of the local water management infrastructure, this dam provides essential services for fire protection, stock watering, and recreational purposes. Its strategic location and design make it a key element in the sustainable utilization of water resources in the region, highlighting the importance of proper maintenance and monitoring for long-term resilience against climate change impacts.

Year Completed

1982

Dam Length

225

Dam Height

44

River Or Stream

PORTER'S MILL BRANCH

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

8

Hydraulic Height

31

Drainage Area

370

Nid Storage

150

Structural Height

31

Outlet Gates

Uncontrolled

Hazard Potential

Low

Foundations

Unlisted/Unknown

Nid Height

44
       
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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.