Cochran-Maddox Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Cochran-Maddox Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1951 and is 75 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 18 ft (taller than 32.5% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 434 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 96 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 63 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 9 acres |
| Year Completed | 1951 (75 years old) |
| NID ID | GA03853 |
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
Maddox, Lester
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Cochran-Maddox Lake Dam?
Cochran-Maddox 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 Cochran-Maddox Lake Dam?
Cochran-Maddox Lake Dam is owned by Maddox, Lester (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Cochran-Maddox Lake Dam built?
Cochran-Maddox Lake Dam was completed in 1951, making it 75 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 Cochran-Maddox Lake Dam?
Cochran-Maddox 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 Cochran-Maddox Lake Dam?
Cochran-Maddox Lake Dam has a dam height of 18 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.