Days Lake Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Days Lake Dam, located in Monroe, Georgia, was completed in 1960 by designer Cecil B.


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Summary

Day and serves as a private recreational resource in the Rum Creek Church environs. This earth dam stands at a height of 41 feet and spans 530 feet, providing a storage capacity of 94 acre-feet for a surface area of 4 acres. Despite its low hazard potential and moderate risk assessment, the dam has not been rated for its condition, and no emergency action plan (EAP) is currently in place.

With its uncontrolled spillway and outlet gates, Days Lake Dam presents a unique blend of stone core and earth foundation construction. The dam is state-regulated and inspected, showcasing a commitment to safety and compliance with state jurisdiction. Despite its recreational primary purpose, the dam's associated structures are minimal, with no federal funding or oversight reported.

For water resource and climate enthusiasts, Days Lake Dam offers a fascinating case study of a privately owned recreational dam in Georgia. Its historical significance, design elements, and risk assessment profile provide valuable insights into the management of small-scale water infrastructure and the importance of regulatory oversight for safeguarding surrounding communities and the environment.

Year Completed

1960

Dam Length

530

Dam Height

41

River Or Stream

UNKNOWN

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

4

Drainage Area

18

Nid Storage

94

Outlet Gates

Uncontrolled

Hazard Potential

Low

Foundations

Unlisted/Unknown

Nid Height

41
       
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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.