Coursey Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Coursey Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1960 and is 66 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 40 ft (taller than 91.5% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 360 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 223 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 133 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 10 acres |
| Drainage Area | 272 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1960 (66 years old) |
| NID ID | GA02430 |
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
Prewett, Maurice Gene
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Coursey Lake Dam?
Coursey 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 Coursey Lake Dam?
Coursey Lake Dam is owned by Prewett, Maurice Gene (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Coursey Lake Dam built?
Coursey Lake Dam was completed in 1960, making it 66 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 Coursey Lake Dam?
Coursey 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 Coursey Lake Dam?
Coursey Lake Dam has a dam height of 40 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 Coursey Lake Dam last inspected?
Coursey Lake Dam was last inspected on May 2, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.