Cox Lake Dam

unknown· Grady, Georgia· Built 1992· Earth· 19 ft tall
Low Hazard Irrigation Private

Key Takeaway

Cox Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1992 and is 34 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 19 ft (taller than 36.5% in GA)
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage116 acre-ft
Normal Storage63 acre-ft
Surface Area9 acres
Year Completed1992 (34 years old)
NID IDGA00483

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: November 30, 2016
State Regulated: No

Ownership

Williams, Larry

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Cox Lake Dam?

Cox 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 Cox Lake Dam?

Cox Lake Dam is owned by Williams, Larry (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Cox Lake Dam built?

Cox Lake Dam was completed in 1992, making it 34 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 Cox Lake Dam?

Cox Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Irrigation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Cox Lake Dam?

Cox Lake Dam has a dam height of 19 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 Cox Lake Dam last inspected?

Cox Lake Dam was last inspected on November 30, 2016. 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.