Cannon Lake Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Cannon Lake Dam in Wilcox, Georgia, is a privately owned earth dam primarily used for recreation, with a height of 12 feet and a length of 490 feet.
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Summary
Completed in 1950, the dam has a storage capacity of 97 acre-feet and serves as a popular spot for outdoor activities in the Cypress Pond Environs area. Despite its low hazard potential and moderate risk assessment, the dam's condition has not been rated, and it is not regularly inspected or regulated by the state.
Located in the Jacksonville District of the US Army Corps of Engineers, Cannon Lake Dam features an uncontrolled spillway and outlet gates, with no associated locks. With a surface area of 14 acres and a drainage area of 850 square miles, the dam contributes to the local ecosystem and provides a serene backdrop for water resource and climate enthusiasts to explore. While its risk assessment indicates moderate potential issues, the dam's overall recreational purpose and historical significance make it an intriguing site for visitors interested in the intersection of water management and environmental stewardship in the region.
Year Completed |
1950 |
Dam Length |
490 |
Dam Height |
12 |
River Or Stream |
UNKNOWN |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
14 |
Drainage Area |
850 |
Nid Storage |
97 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
12 |
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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.
Cannon Lake Dam