Cook Lake Dam

UNKNOWN· Jeff Davis, Georgia· Earth· 30 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

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

Physical Details

Dam Height 30 ft (taller than 76% in GA)
Dam Length770 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage100 acre-ft
Normal Storage40 acre-ft
Surface Area8 acres
NID IDGA01698

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: September 11, 2014
State Regulated: No

Ownership

Four-S Timberlands, L.P.

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Cook Lake Dam?

Cook 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 Cook Lake Dam?

Cook Lake Dam is owned by Four-S Timberlands, L.P. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

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 30 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 September 11, 2014. 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.