Coleman Lake Dam

UNKNOWN· Wheeler, Georgia· Earth· 15 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

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

Physical Details

Dam Height 15 ft (taller than 20.3% in GA)
Dam Length345 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage135 acre-ft
Normal Storage82 acre-ft
Surface Area16 acres
Drainage Area145 sq mi
NID IDGA03060

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: July 13, 2016
State Regulated: No

Ownership

Towns, Mary

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Coleman Lake Dam?

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 Coleman Lake Dam?

Coleman Lake Dam is owned by Towns, Mary (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Coleman Lake Dam?

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 Coleman Lake Dam?

Coleman 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 Coleman Lake Dam last inspected?

Coleman Lake Dam was last inspected on July 13, 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.