Davis Lake Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Lord Lake Dam Johnson Pond Dam
Last Updated: December 13, 2025
Davis Lake Dam, located in Johnson, Georgia, was completed in 1960 and serves as a recreational facility for its surrounding area.
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Summary
This earth dam, with a height of 13 feet and a hydraulic height of 12.8 feet, has a storage capacity of 88.7 acre-feet and covers a surface area of 10 acres. Despite being categorized as a low hazard potential structure with a moderate risk assessment score of 3, the dam has not been rated for its current condition.
Owned privately, Davis Lake Dam is not regulated by the state or inspected for its maintenance. The dam features an uncontrolled spillway type and outlet gates, indicating a simpler structure designed primarily for recreational purposes. While the dam may not be subject to frequent inspections or enforcement, its low hazard potential still requires attention to ensure its safety and functionality for water enthusiasts in the surrounding Camp Reed Environs area.
Year Completed |
1960 |
Dam Length |
770 |
Dam Height |
13 |
River Or Stream |
UNKNOWN |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
10 |
Hydraulic Height |
12.8 |
Drainage Area |
400 |
Nid Storage |
88.7 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
13 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Oconee River At Dublin
|
1070cfs |
Oconee River Near Oconee
|
895cfs |
Buffalo Creek At Ga 272
|
54cfs |
Williamson Swamp Creek At Davisboro
|
56cfs |
Oconee River At Avant Mine
|
614cfs |
Ogeechee River At Midville
|
674cfs |
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.
Davis Lake Dam