Cottonridge Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Cottonridge Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1997 and is 29 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 15 ft (taller than 20.3% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 950 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 281 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 125 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 25 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1997 (29 years old) |
| NID ID | GA00357 |
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
Dykes, Jerry Van;Dykes, Ricky
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Cottonridge Lake Dam?
Cottonridge 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 Cottonridge Lake Dam?
Cottonridge Lake Dam is owned by Dykes, Jerry Van;Dykes, Ricky (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Cottonridge Lake Dam built?
Cottonridge Lake Dam was completed in 1997, making it 29 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 Cottonridge Lake Dam?
Cottonridge Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Cottonridge Lake Dam?
Cottonridge Lake Dam has a dam height of 15 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 Cottonridge Lake Dam last inspected?
Cottonridge Lake Dam was last inspected on November 1, 2004. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.