Crider Lake Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Lewis Lake Dam Cooper Lake Dam
Last Updated: December 6, 2025
Crider Lake Dam, located in Candler County, Georgia, is a private dam situated on the Canoochee River.
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Summary
Standing at 18 feet tall and with a storage capacity of 95 acre-feet, the dam serves as a vital structure for water resource management in the area. With a low hazard potential and a moderate risk assessment rating, the dam plays a crucial role in mitigating potential risks and ensuring the safety of the surrounding community.
The design of Crider Lake Dam includes buttress core types and an uncontrolled spillway, highlighting its unique structural features. Despite not being regulated or inspected by the state, the dam's condition is currently rated as "Not Rated," indicating its overall stability and reliability. Although the exact year of completion is unknown, the dam continues to provide essential water storage and flood control benefits for the region, showcasing its importance in managing water resources and climate variability.
As a key component of the local water infrastructure, Crider Lake Dam plays a significant role in maintaining water supply reliability and supporting ecological systems in the area. With its strategic location on the Canoochee River and its capacity to store up to 95 acre-feet of water, the dam serves as a critical resource for water enthusiasts and climate advocates alike. Despite being privately owned and not subject to state regulations, the dam's low hazard potential and moderate risk assessment underscore its importance in ensuring the safety and resilience of the surrounding community in the face of changing environmental conditions.
Dam Height |
18 |
River Or Stream |
CANOOCHEE RIVER |
Surface Area |
8 |
Nid Storage |
95 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
18 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Canoochee River Near Claxton
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33cfs |
Ohoopee River Near Reidsville
|
171cfs |
Ogeechee River At Rocky Ford Rd
|
587cfs |
Ogeechee River At Midville
|
734cfs |
Oconee River Near Mount Vernon
|
2590cfs |
Altamaha River Near Baxley
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4210cfs |
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.
Area Campgrounds
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George L Smith State Park
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Primative 4
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Primative 5
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Crider Lake Dam