Cook's Lake Dam

Name unknown· Harris, Georgia· Earth· 31 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

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

Physical Details

Dam Height 31 ft (taller than 78.8% in GA)
Dam Length435 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage88 acre-ft
Normal Storage70 acre-ft
Surface Area6 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
NID IDGA02774

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: January 22, 2020
State Regulated: No

Ownership

Melody Lakes Ranch Club Association

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Cook's Lake Dam?

Cook's 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's Lake Dam?

Cook's Lake Dam is owned by Melody Lakes Ranch Club Association (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Cook's Lake Dam?

Cook's 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's Lake Dam?

Cook's Lake Dam has a dam height of 31 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's Lake Dam last inspected?

Cook's Lake Dam was last inspected on January 22, 2020. 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.