Lake Davis Dam

UNKNOWN· Charlton, Georgia· Earth· 20 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Local Government

Key Takeaway

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

Physical Details

Dam Height 20 ft (taller than 40.1% in GA)
Dam Length720 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage176 acre-ft
Normal Storage84 acre-ft
Surface Area14 acres
Drainage Area480 sq mi
NID IDGA03390

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: July 25, 2016
State Regulated: No

Ownership

Charlton County Board of Commissioners

Local Government

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Lake Davis Dam?

Lake Davis 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 Lake Davis Dam?

Lake Davis Dam is owned by Charlton County Board of Commissioners (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Lake Davis Dam?

Lake Davis 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 Lake Davis Dam?

Lake Davis Dam has a dam height of 20 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 Lake Davis Dam last inspected?

Lake Davis Dam was last inspected on July 25, 2016. 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.