Covington Las Holding Dam
Key Takeaway
Covington Las Holding Dam is classified as high hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 2003 and is 23 years old. Its primary use is water supply. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 70 ft (taller than 98.4% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 1,087 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 329 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 297 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 16 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 2003 (23 years old) |
| NID ID | GA06285 |
Safety Information
Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.
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 Las Holding Dam?
Covington Las Holding Dam is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Covington Las Holding Dam?
Covington Las Holding 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 Las Holding Dam built?
Covington Las Holding Dam was completed in 2003, making it 23 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 Las Holding Dam?
Covington Las Holding 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 Las Holding Dam?
Covington Las Holding Dam has a dam height of 70 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 Las Holding Dam last inspected?
Covington Las Holding Dam was last inspected on March 1, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.