Knight Lake Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Knight West Lake Dam Burkett Lake Dam
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Knight Lake Dam, located in Sylvester, Georgia, serves as a crucial water resource for fire protection, stock, and small fish pond purposes.
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Summary
This privately owned earth dam stands at 11.5 feet high with a hydraulic height of 11.7 feet, containing a storage capacity of 88 acre-feet. The dam stretches 810 feet in length and covers a surface area of 10.1 acres, benefiting from a drainage area of 75 square miles.
Despite its low hazard potential, Knight Lake Dam has a moderate risk assessment rating of 3, indicating the need for ongoing monitoring and potential risk management measures. The dam's condition is currently not rated, highlighting the importance of regular inspections and maintenance to ensure its structural integrity and safety. With its uncontrolled spillway and outlet gates, the dam plays a vital role in water management within the area, contributing to the overall resilience of the local ecosystem and community.
Dam Length |
810 |
Dam Height |
11.5 |
River Or Stream |
UNKNOWN |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
10.1 |
Hydraulic Height |
11.7 |
Drainage Area |
75 |
Nid Storage |
88 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
12 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Little R At Tifton Worth Co Line Rd
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0cfs |
Flint River At Ga 32
|
4340cfs |
Flint River At Albany
|
3510cfs |
Muckalee Creek At Ga 195
|
419cfs |
Kinchafoonee Creek Near Dawson
|
531cfs |
Little River Near Adel
|
3cfs |
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.
Knight Lake Dam