Cook Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Cook Lake Dam is classified as high hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1954 and is 72 years old. Its primary use is recreation. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 37 ft (taller than 89.2% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 350 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 165 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 63 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 7 acres |
| Drainage Area | 152 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1954 (72 years old) |
| NID ID | GA01568 |
Safety Information
Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
Cook Lake Homeowners Association Dennis Wayne Dixon Gerald Stone
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Cook Lake Dam?
Cook Lake Dam is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Cook Lake Dam?
Cook Lake Dam is owned by Cook Lake Homeowners Association Dennis Wayne Dixon Gerald Stone (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Cook Lake Dam built?
Cook Lake Dam was completed in 1954, making it 72 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 Cook Lake Dam?
Cook 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 Cook Lake Dam?
Cook Lake Dam has a dam height of 37 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 Cook Lake Dam last inspected?
Cook Lake Dam was last inspected on February 1, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.