Davis Lake Dam (Upper) Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Davis Lake Dam (Upper) in Georgia is a private dam primarily used for recreation purposes.
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Summary
The earth dam stands at a height of 18 feet with a hydraulic and structural height of 16 feet. It stretches 590 feet in length and has a storage capacity of 87 acre-feet, with a maximum storage of 87 acre-feet and a normal storage of 65 acre-feet. The dam's hazard potential is rated as low, with a moderate risk assessment score of 3.
Located in Jefferson County, Georgia, the dam's primary purpose is to provide recreational opportunities to visitors. Despite not being state regulated or inspected, the dam is considered to have moderate risk management measures in place. It features uncontrolled spillways and outlet gates, with an unknown foundation type. The dam's condition is currently not rated, and it does not have an emergency action plan prepared.
Water resource and climate enthusiasts may find Davis Lake Dam (Upper) intriguing for its recreational significance and moderate risk assessment score. While the dam is privately owned and not subject to state jurisdiction or permitting, its low hazard potential and moderate risk management measures suggest a level of safety for visitors. The dam's location along with its design specifications, such as its earth core and buttress structure, make it an interesting site to study in the context of water resource management and climate adaptation strategies.
Dam Length |
590 |
Dam Height |
18 |
River Or Stream |
UNKNOWN |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
10 |
Hydraulic Height |
16 |
Nid Storage |
87 |
Structural Height |
16 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
18 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Williamson Swamp Creek At Davisboro
|
83cfs |
Ogeechee River At Midville
|
662cfs |
Brier Creek Near Waynesboro
|
399cfs |
Spirit Creek At Us 1
|
11cfs |
Buffalo Creek At Ga 272
|
145cfs |
Butler Creek Below 7th Avenue
|
8cfs |
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.
Davis Lake Dam (Upper)