Staghorn Lake Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 13, 2025
Staghorn Lake Dam, located in Jackson, Georgia, is a private-owned structure managed by the Natural Resources Conservation Service.
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Summary
This earth dam stands at a height of 32 feet and has a length of 250 feet, providing a storage capacity of 735 acre-feet with a normal storage level of 500 acre-feet. The dam serves a vital role in water resource management and climate resilience in the region, with a surface area of 50 acres ensuring a controlled water supply for various purposes.
Although the dam has an uncontrolled spillway and outlet gates, its hazard potential is rated as low, with moderate risk management measures in place. The last inspection in July 2016 found the dam to be in good condition, although the specific assessment was not rated. The structure has not been modified in recent years, indicating a stable and well-maintained infrastructure that contributes positively to the local water ecosystem and climate adaptation efforts. Enthusiasts of water resources and climate change will find Staghorn Lake Dam to be a noteworthy example of sustainable infrastructure in Georgia.
Dam Length |
250 |
Dam Height |
32 |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
50 |
Nid Storage |
735 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
32 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Middle Oconee River Near Arcade
|
191cfs |
North Oconee River At College St
|
120cfs |
Middle Oconee River Near Athens
|
221cfs |
Apalachee River Near Bostwick
|
111cfs |
Wheeler Creek At Bill Cheek Road
|
1cfs |
Broad River Above Carlton
|
327cfs |
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.
Staghorn Lake Dam