Cloud Lake Dam

UNKNOWN· Cobb, Georgia· Earth· 25 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

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

Physical Details

Dam Height 25 ft (taller than 58.1% in GA)
Dam Length926 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage22 acre-ft
Normal Storage18 acre-ft
Surface Area2 acres
Drainage Area50 sq mi
NID IDGA03874

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: November 22, 2016
State Regulated: No

Ownership

Heim, Len

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Cloud Lake Dam?

Cloud 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 Cloud Lake Dam?

Cloud Lake Dam is owned by Heim, Len (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Cloud Lake Dam?

Cloud 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 Cloud Lake Dam?

Cloud Lake Dam has a dam height of 25 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 Cloud Lake Dam last inspected?

Cloud Lake Dam was last inspected on November 22, 2016. 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.