Whitewater Creek Lake Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: James Lake Dam Kennedy Lake Dam
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
The Whitewater Creek Lake Dam in Macon, Georgia, stands as a historic structure completed in 1900 primarily for recreation purposes.
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Summary
This earth dam, with a height of 16.1 feet and a length of 1383 feet, holds a storage capacity of 1000 acre-feet on the Whitewater Creek. The dam's spillway is categorized as uncontrolled, and its hazard potential is rated as low, with a moderate overall risk assessment.
Despite its age, the dam has been inspected regularly, with the last assessment conducted in May 2018, indicating a satisfactory condition. The structure is under the management of local government authorities and falls within the jurisdiction of the state of Georgia. The dam's risk management measures are currently unspecified, but its location in a recreation area underscores the importance of maintaining its safety and integrity for water resource and climate enthusiasts to continue enjoying its benefits in the years to come.
Year Completed |
1900 |
Dam Length |
1383 |
Dam Height |
16.1 |
River Or Stream |
WHITEWATER CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
190 |
Nid Storage |
1000 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
16 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Flint River At Ga 26
|
2200cfs |
Turkey Creek At Byromville
|
10cfs |
Muckalee Creek Near Americus
|
222cfs |
Flint River Near Culloden
|
1240cfs |
Tucsawhatchee Creek Near Hawkinsville
|
39cfs |
Kinchafoonee Creek At Preston
|
220cfs |
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.
Whitewater Creek Lake Dam