Covington City Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Covington City Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1940 and is 86 years old. Its primary use is water supply.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 32 ft (taller than 81% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 666 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 745 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 462 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 44 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1940 (86 years old) |
| NID ID | GA01012 |
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
City of Covington
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Covington City Lake Dam?
Covington City 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 Covington City Lake Dam?
Covington City Lake Dam is owned by City of Covington (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Covington City Lake Dam built?
Covington City Lake Dam was completed in 1940, making it 86 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 Covington City Lake Dam?
Covington City Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Covington City Lake Dam?
Covington City Lake Dam has a dam height of 32 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 Covington City Lake Dam last inspected?
Covington City Lake Dam was last inspected on February 1, 2002. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.