Canton Mills Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Canton Mills Lake Dam is classified as unknown in Georgia. It was completed in 1949 and is 77 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 35 ft (taller than 86.5% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 219 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 162 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 108 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 8 acres |
| Drainage Area | 5,000 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1949 (77 years old) |
| NID ID | GA00052 |
Safety Information
Hazard potential has not been determined.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
City of Canton;Cobb County- Marietta Water Authority
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Canton Mills Lake Dam?
Canton Mills Lake Dam is classified as Unknown. Hazard potential has not been determined. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Canton Mills Lake Dam?
Canton Mills Lake Dam is owned by City of Canton;Cobb County- Marietta Water Authority (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Canton Mills Lake Dam built?
Canton Mills Lake Dam was completed in 1949, making it 77 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 Canton Mills Lake Dam?
Canton Mills 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 Canton Mills Lake Dam?
Canton Mills Lake Dam has a dam height of 35 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 Canton Mills Lake Dam last inspected?
Canton Mills Lake Dam was last inspected on January 1, 2001. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.