Mathis Lake Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 6, 2025

Mathis Lake Dam, located in Upson, Georgia, is a privately owned structure with a primary purpose of recreation.


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Summary

Built by designer Mathis, this earth dam stands at 22 feet high and spans 325 feet in length. The dam holds a storage capacity of 107 acre-feet, with a normal storage level of 44 acre-feet, covering a surface area of 9 acres.

Situated on Mabry Creek, the dam is under the jurisdiction of the state of Georgia and falls within the Savannah District of the US Army Corps of Engineers. Despite its low hazard potential, the dam has a moderate risk assessment rating of 3, with a condition assessment that is currently not rated. The last inspection of Mathis Lake Dam was conducted in June 2018, with a scheduled inspection frequency of 5 years.

Water resource and climate enthusiasts would find Mathis Lake Dam an intriguing structure for its recreational purposes and its potential impact on the surrounding area. Its location and design make it a noteworthy site for further study and consideration in the realm of water resource management and climate resilience.

Dam Length

325

Dam Height

22

River Or Stream

MABRY CREEK

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

9

Drainage Area

400

Nid Storage

107

Outlet Gates

Uncontrolled

Hazard Potential

Low

Foundations

Unlisted/Unknown

Nid Height

22
       
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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.