Camp Coleman Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Camp Coleman Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1961 and is 65 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 26 ft (taller than 62.1% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 200 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 64 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 55 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 6 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1961 (65 years old) |
| NID ID | GA00522 |
Safety Information
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?
Ownership
UNION OF AM HEBREW CONG
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Camp Coleman Lake Dam?
Camp Coleman 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 Camp Coleman Lake Dam?
Camp Coleman Lake Dam is owned by UNION OF AM HEBREW CONG (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Camp Coleman Lake Dam built?
Camp Coleman Lake Dam was completed in 1961, making it 65 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 Camp Coleman Lake Dam?
Camp Coleman 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 Camp Coleman Lake Dam?
Camp Coleman Lake Dam has a dam height of 26 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 Camp Coleman Lake Dam last inspected?
Camp Coleman Lake Dam was last inspected on February 1, 2011. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.