Davis Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Davis Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1959 and is 67 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 13 ft (taller than 12.9% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 615 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 121 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 64 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 15 acres |
| Drainage Area | 105 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1959 (67 years old) |
| NID ID | GA02955 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
Marjorie D. Childre & Marsha D. Pedrick
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Davis Lake Dam?
Davis Lake Dam is classified as Low Hazard. No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Davis Lake Dam?
Davis Lake Dam is owned by Marjorie D. Childre & Marsha D. Pedrick (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Davis Lake Dam built?
Davis Lake Dam was completed in 1959, making it 67 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.
What is the primary purpose of Davis Lake Dam?
Davis Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Davis Lake Dam?
Davis Lake Dam has a dam height of 13 ft. Dam height is measured from the natural streambed at the downstream toe to the top of the dam, and may differ from the visible height.
When was Davis Lake Dam last inspected?
Davis Lake Dam was last inspected on March 1, 2009. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.