Colvin Lake Dam

Oconee, Georgia· Earth· 28 ft tall
Low Hazard Private

Key Takeaway

Colvin Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia.

Physical Details

Dam Height 28 ft (taller than 69.6% in GA)
Dam Length591 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage83 acre-ft
Normal Storage45 acre-ft
Surface Area7 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
NID IDGA06107

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: June 1, 2004
State Regulated: No

Ownership

Colvin, John B.

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Colvin Lake Dam?

Colvin 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 Colvin Lake Dam?

Colvin Lake Dam is owned by Colvin, John B. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

How tall is Colvin Lake Dam?

Colvin Lake Dam has a dam height of 28 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 Colvin Lake Dam last inspected?

Colvin Lake Dam was last inspected on June 1, 2004. 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.