Colquitt County Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Colquitt County Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1950 and is 76 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 13 ft (taller than 12.9% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 825 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 141 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 77 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 17 acres |
| Drainage Area | 65 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1950 (76 years old) |
| NID ID | GA03424 |
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
Mike Adams
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Colquitt County Lake Dam?
Colquitt County 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 Colquitt County Lake Dam?
Colquitt County Lake Dam is owned by Mike Adams (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Colquitt County Lake Dam built?
Colquitt County Lake Dam was completed in 1950, making it 76 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 Colquitt County Lake Dam?
Colquitt County 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 Colquitt County Lake Dam?
Colquitt County Lake Dam has a dam height of 13 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 Colquitt County Lake Dam last inspected?
Colquitt County Lake Dam was last inspected on February 1, 2010. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.