Connell Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Connell Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1956 and is 70 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 8 ft (taller than 0.9% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 490 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 178 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 68 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 27 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1956 (70 years old) |
| NID ID | GA03448 |
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
Moss Investment Group, LLC
Private
Nearby Dams
Pittman Lake Dam
Mitchell, GA
Low Hazard 10 ftBass Lake Dam
Colquitt, GA
Low Hazard 18 ftMims Millpond Dam
Colquitt, GA
Low Hazard 14 ftHurst Lake Dam
Colquitt, GA
Low Hazard 9 ftJ.A. Smith Lake Dam
Colquitt, GA
Low Hazard 23 ftSonny Glenn Estate Lake Dam
Mitchell, GA
Low Hazard 17 ftRick Moss Lake Dam
Colquitt, GA
Low Hazard 23 ftJeff Moss Farm Pond Dam
Colquitt, GA
Low Hazard 19 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Connell Lake Dam?
Connell 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 Connell Lake Dam?
Connell Lake Dam is owned by Moss Investment Group, LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Connell Lake Dam built?
Connell Lake Dam was completed in 1956, making it 70 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 Connell Lake Dam?
Connell 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 Connell Lake Dam?
Connell Lake Dam has a dam height of 8 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 Connell Lake Dam last inspected?
Connell Lake Dam was last inspected on June 13, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.