Daniels Lake Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Vernon Nolan Dam Tyre Lake Dam
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Located in Pierce, Georgia, Daniels Lake Dam is a privately owned structure primarily used for irrigation purposes.
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Summary
Completed in 1980 by the Natural Resources Conservation Service, this earth-type dam stands at 29 feet high with a length of 1057 feet. With a storage capacity of 184.3 acre-feet and a spillway type of "Uncontrolled," the dam poses a low hazard potential and is classified as having a moderate risk level.
Despite being non-state regulated, Daniels Lake Dam undergoes regular inspections, with the last one conducted in July 2020. The dam's condition is currently not rated, but it meets safety guidelines and has emergency action plans in place. With its picturesque setting and important role in supporting local irrigation needs, Daniels Lake Dam stands as a testament to the careful balance between water resource management and environmental stewardship in Georgia's water infrastructure.
Year Completed |
1980 |
Dam Length |
1057 |
Dam Height |
29 |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
9 |
Nid Storage |
184.3 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
29 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Little Satilla River Near Offerman
|
2cfs |
Satilla River At Atkinson
|
137cfs |
Satilla River Near Waycross
|
45cfs |
Altamaha River At Doctortown
|
3110cfs |
Altamaha River Near Baxley
|
3480cfs |
Peacock Creek At Mcintosh
|
4cfs |
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.
Daniels Lake Dam