Davis Lake Dam (Upper)

UNKNOWN· Jefferson, Georgia· Earth· 18 ft tall

Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

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

Physical Details

Dam Height	18 ft (taller than 32.5% in GA)
Dam Length	590 ft
Dam Type	Earth
Max Storage	87 acre-ft
Normal Storage	65 acre-ft

Surface Area	10 acres
NID ID	GA04657

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

State Regulated: No

Ownership

Davis, W. G. Jr.

Private

Nearby Dams

Redfield Farms, INC. Irrigation Pond Dam

Jefferson, GA

Low Hazard 24 ft

Redfield Farms, INC. New Irrigation Pond Dam

Jefferson, GA

Low Hazard 15 ft

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Davis Lake Dam (Upper)?

Davis Lake Dam (Upper) 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 (Upper)?

Davis Lake Dam (Upper) is owned by Davis, W. G. Jr. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Davis Lake Dam (Upper)?

Davis Lake Dam (Upper) 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 (Upper)?

Davis Lake Dam (Upper) has a dam height of 18 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.