Davis Lake Dam

UNKNOWN· Thomas, Georgia· Earth· 19 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Davis Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 19 ft (taller than 36.5% in GA)
Dam Length555 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage171 acre-ft
Normal Storage66 acre-ft
Surface Area12 acres
Drainage Area230 sq mi
NID IDGA04993

Safety Information

Low Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: June 5, 2014
State Regulated: No

Ownership

Thomasville Hampton Apartments Lp Thomasville Properties Llc

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

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 Thomasville Hampton Apartments Lp Thomasville Properties Llc (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Davis Lake Dam?

Davis Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Recreation. 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 19 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 June 5, 2014. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.