Heads Creek Reservoir

Heads Creek Reservoir near Griffin in Spalding County offers a boat ramp access point to this moderate-sized water body. The reservoir sits at an elevation of approximately 223 to 278 meters, with Heads Creek feeding into it as a medium-order stream with a drainage area of 24 square miles. The creek itself flows at an average of 34 cubic feet per second with relatively gentle velocity, making it suitable for various paddling activities.

This location provides access to a water body that spans 10.74 miles in total length. The creek's average gradient of 16.8 feet per mile indicates moderate terrain, with the reservoir representing a slower-water impoundment compared to the flowing creek sections. Boaters should be aware that this is a headwater stream system relatively close to its source, located well upstream of the river mouth approximately 427 miles away.

Paddlers and boaters using this access point should check local regulations and site-specific amenities before visiting. The water conditions in the reservoir itself are typically calmer than the creek, though actual flow conditions can vary seasonally. Weather and water level changes may affect launch conditions, so it's advisable to contact local authorities or visit during daylight hours to assess conditions.