Cook Lake Dam North
Key Takeaway
Cook Lake Dam North is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1947 and is 79 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 27 ft (taller than 65.9% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 670 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 218 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 150 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 15 acres |
| Drainage Area | 185 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1947 (79 years old) |
| NID ID | GA01699 |
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
Four-S Timberlands, L.P.
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Cook Lake Dam North?
Cook Lake Dam North 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 North?
Cook Lake Dam North is owned by Four-S Timberlands, L.P. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Cook Lake Dam North built?
Cook Lake Dam North was completed in 1947, making it 79 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 North?
Cook Lake Dam North 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 North?
Cook Lake Dam North has a dam height of 27 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 North last inspected?
Cook Lake Dam North was last inspected on September 11, 2014. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.