Mitchell Lake Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Mitchell Lake Dam, located in Dawson, Georgia, serves multiple purposes including fire protection, stock, and small fish pond management.
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Summary
This privately owned earth dam stands at a height of 8.8 feet with a hydraulic height of 7.5 feet, providing a storage capacity of 112 acre-feet. The dam's spillway is uncontrolled and features unlisted/unknown foundations, reflecting a low hazard potential and a moderate risk assessment rating.
Despite not being regulated by the state, Mitchell Lake Dam undergoes regular inspections, with the last one conducted in August 2016. The dam's condition assessment is currently not rated, but it is designed with buttress core types and uncontrolled outlet gates. The surrounding area covers 23.9 acres, offering a serene environment for water resource and climate enthusiasts to enjoy. While the dam's risk management measures and emergency action plan status are unknown, Mitchell Lake Dam remains a vital structure for water resource management in Terrell County, Georgia.
Dam Length |
528 |
Dam Height |
8.8 |
River Or Stream |
UNKNOWN |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
23.9 |
Hydraulic Height |
7.5 |
Nid Storage |
112 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
9 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Ichawaynochaway Creek At Ga 37
|
332cfs |
Kinchafoonee Creek Near Dawson
|
531cfs |
Pachitla Creek Near Edison
|
175cfs |
Flint River At Albany
|
3510cfs |
Ichawaynochaway Creek At Milford
|
532cfs |
Muckalee Creek At Ga 195
|
419cfs |
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.
Mitchell Lake Dam