Peavy Lake Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Grimes Pond Dam O'Quinn Pond Dam
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Peavy Lake Dam, located in Baldwin, Georgia, was completed in 1968 and serves primarily for recreational purposes.
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Summary
This private dam, designed by SCS, stands at a height of 19 feet with a hydraulic height of 16 feet. With a storage capacity of 115 acre-feet, the dam spans 440 feet in length and covers a surface area of 10 acres. Despite its uncontrolled spillway type, the dam has been assessed with a low hazard potential and a moderate risk level.
Situated within the Savannah District, Peavy Lake Dam is regulated by the state and undergoes inspections every five years, with the last inspection conducted in December 2016. The dam, constructed using earth and buttress core types, has not been rated for its condition. With a drainage area of 480 square miles and a normal storage capacity of 65 acre-feet, the dam poses a moderate risk due to its outdated risk management measures and lack of emergency action planning. It is essential for water resource and climate enthusiasts to monitor the condition and regulatory oversight of Peavy Lake Dam to ensure its safety and sustainable operation for recreational activities and environmental protection in the region.
While Peavy Lake Dam remains a prominent structure for recreation in Georgia, its uncontrolled spillway and limited risk management measures warrant attention from regulatory agencies and stakeholders to mitigate potential hazards and safeguard the surrounding community and environment. As the dam continues to age, proactive measures such as updated condition assessments, emergency action planning, and risk management strategies should be implemented to enhance the safety and resilience of this vital water resource infrastructure.
Year Completed |
1968 |
Dam Length |
440 |
Dam Height |
19 |
River Or Stream |
UNKNOWN |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
10 |
Hydraulic Height |
16 |
Drainage Area |
480 |
Nid Storage |
115 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
19 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Oconee River At Milledgeville
|
635cfs |
Oconee River At Avant Mine
|
846cfs |
Buffalo Creek At Ga 272
|
145cfs |
Oconee River Near Oconee
|
1430cfs |
Murder Creek Below Eatonton
|
70cfs |
Little River Near Eatonton
|
121cfs |
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.
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