Demott Lake Dam

UNKNOWN· Colquitt, Georgia· Earth· 17 ft tall
Low Hazard Irrigation Private

Key Takeaway

Demott Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. Its primary use is irrigation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 17 ft (taller than 28.7% in GA)
Dam Length550 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage129 acre-ft
Normal Storage90 acre-ft
Surface Area14 acres
Drainage Area534 sq mi
NID IDGA04168

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: March 1, 2010
State Regulated: No

Ownership

George Perryman

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Demott Lake Dam?

Demott 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 Demott Lake Dam?

Demott Lake Dam is owned by George Perryman (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Demott Lake Dam?

Demott 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 Demott Lake Dam?

Demott Lake Dam has a dam height of 17 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 Demott Lake Dam last inspected?

Demott Lake Dam was last inspected on March 1, 2010. 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.