Cowart Lake Dam

Cedar Creek· Bartow, Georgia· Earth· 18 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Cowart Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 18 ft (taller than 32.5% in GA)
Dam Length480 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage64 acre-ft
Normal Storage52 acre-ft
Surface Area7 acres
Drainage Area244 sq mi
NID IDGA03960

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: July 1, 1984
State Regulated: No

Ownership

Cowart, A. B.

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Cowart Lake Dam?

Cowart 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 Cowart Lake Dam?

Cowart Lake Dam is owned by Cowart, A. B. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Cowart Lake Dam?

Cowart 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 Cowart Lake Dam?

Cowart Lake Dam has a dam height of 18 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 Cowart Lake Dam last inspected?

Cowart Lake Dam was last inspected on July 1, 1984. 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.