Adams Lake Dam

UNKNOWN· Colquitt, Georgia· Built 1968· Earth· 11 ft tall
Low Hazard Irrigation Private

Key Takeaway

Adams Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1968 and is 58 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 11 ft (taller than 6.4% in GA)
Dam Length600 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage66 acre-ft
Normal Storage44 acre-ft
Surface Area11 acres
Drainage Area160 sq mi
Year Completed1968 (58 years old)
NID IDGA03426

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 1, 1984
State Regulated: No

Ownership

Gary E. Adams

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Adams Lake Dam?

Adams 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 Adams Lake Dam?

Adams Lake Dam is owned by Gary E. Adams (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Adams Lake Dam built?

Adams Lake Dam was completed in 1968, making it 58 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.

What is the primary purpose of Adams Lake Dam?

Adams Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Irrigation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Adams Lake Dam?

Adams Lake Dam has a dam height of 11 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 Adams Lake Dam last inspected?

Adams Lake Dam was last inspected on July 1, 1984. 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.