Cox Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Cox Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1965 and is 61 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 36 ft (taller than 88.1% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 480 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 924 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 396 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 36 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1,650 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1965 (61 years old) |
| NID ID | GA02550 |
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
Upatoi Community Club, Inc.
Private
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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 Upatoi Community Club, Inc. (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 1965, making it 61 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: Recreation. 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 36 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 April 18, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.