Mathis Lake Dam

MABRY CREEK· Upson, Georgia· Earth· 22 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

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

Physical Details

Dam Height 22 ft (taller than 47% in GA)
Dam Length325 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage107 acre-ft
Normal Storage44 acre-ft
Surface Area9 acres
Drainage Area400 sq mi
NID IDGA02602

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 1, 2018
State Regulated: No

Ownership

Keadle Land Co.. Lllp

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Mathis Lake Dam?

Mathis 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 Mathis Lake Dam?

Mathis Lake Dam is owned by Keadle Land Co.. Lllp (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Mathis Lake Dam?

Mathis 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 Mathis Lake Dam?

Mathis Lake Dam has a dam height of 22 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 Mathis Lake Dam last inspected?

Mathis Lake Dam was last inspected on June 1, 2018. 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.