Coarsey Lake Dam

NO NAME· Tift, Georgia· Earth· 15 ft tall
Low Hazard Irrigation Private

Key Takeaway

Coarsey Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. Its primary use is irrigation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 15 ft (taller than 20.3% in GA)
Dam Length1,000 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage157 acre-ft
Normal Storage80 acre-ft
Surface Area16 acres
Drainage Area55 sq mi
NID IDGA03465

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: October 1, 2005
State Regulated: No

Ownership

Elizabeth Dillard

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Coarsey Lake Dam?

Coarsey 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 Coarsey Lake Dam?

Coarsey Lake Dam is owned by Elizabeth Dillard (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Coarsey Lake Dam?

Coarsey 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 Coarsey Lake Dam?

Coarsey Lake Dam has a dam height of 15 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 Coarsey Lake Dam last inspected?

Coarsey Lake Dam was last inspected on October 1, 2005. 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.