Daniel Lake Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Crescimanno Roland Lake
Last Updated: December 6, 2025
Daniel Lake Dam, located in Upson, Georgia, is a private earth dam measuring 28 feet in height and 955 feet in length.
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Summary
Built by the Natural Resources Conservation Service, this dam serves primarily for recreational purposes, offering a storage capacity of 220 acre-feet and covering a surface area of 15 acres. Situated on Reeves Creek, the dam's low hazard potential and moderate risk assessment make it a relatively safe structure.
While not regulated by the state, Daniel Lake Dam undergoes regular inspections, with the last one conducted in June 2018. The dam features uncontrolled spillways and outlet gates, with no associated locks. Despite its lack of a condition assessment rating, the dam's risk management measures are in place to ensure the safety of the surrounding area. With a scenic location and ample storage capacity, Daniel Lake Dam is a notable site for water resource and climate enthusiasts to explore in Georgia.
Dam Length |
955 |
Dam Height |
28 |
River Or Stream |
REEVES CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
15 |
Drainage Area |
800 |
Nid Storage |
220 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
28 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Flint River Near Culloden
|
1240cfs |
Flint River Near Griffin
|
341cfs |
Shoal Creek At Shoal Creek Rd
|
17cfs |
Line Creek Near Senoia
|
24cfs |
Yellowjacket Cr At Hammett Rd Blw Hogansville
|
64cfs |
Flint River Near Lovejoy
|
95cfs |
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.
Daniel Lake Dam