Yara Lake Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Thomas Lake Dam Tharpe Lake Dam
Last Updated: December 12, 2025
Yara Lake Dam, located in Sumter, Georgia, is a privately owned structure primarily used for recreation.
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Summary
The dam is classified as an Earth dam with a height of 25.5 feet and a hydraulic height of 21.3 feet. It boasts a storage capacity of 326.6 acre-feet, with a normal storage level of 237.5 acre-feet. The dam, completed in an unspecified year, spans 540 feet in length and covers a surface area of 25 acres.
Despite being unregulated by the state, Yara Lake Dam has undergone inspections, with the last one conducted in March 2003. The dam's hazard potential is rated as low, with a moderate risk assessment score of 3. Although the condition assessment remains unrated, the structure has not shown any signs of significant deterioration. In the event of an emergency, the dam's emergency action plan status and risk management measures are currently not specified.
For water resource and climate enthusiasts, Yara Lake Dam presents an intriguing case study of a privately owned recreational structure in Georgia. With its unique design features and storage capabilities, the dam offers a valuable opportunity for monitoring and assessing the intersection of water management, recreational activities, and risk mitigation strategies in a natural resource setting. Further exploration of the dam's history, maintenance practices, and emergency preparedness measures could provide valuable insights into sustainable water resource management practices in the region.
Dam Length |
540 |
Dam Height |
25.5 |
River Or Stream |
UNKNOWN |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
25 |
Hydraulic Height |
21.3 |
Nid Storage |
326.6 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
26 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Flint River At Ga 26
|
1550cfs |
Turkey Creek At Byromville
|
12cfs |
Muckalee Creek Near Americus
|
115cfs |
Muckalee Creek At Ga 195
|
281cfs |
Kinchafoonee Creek At Preston
|
101cfs |
Kinchafoonee Creek Near Dawson
|
348cfs |
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.
Yara Lake Dam