Demott Lake Dam North
Key Takeaway
Demott Lake Dam North is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1945 and is 81 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 11 ft (taller than 6.4% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 525 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 50 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 39 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 8 acres |
| Drainage Area | 164 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1945 (81 years old) |
| NID ID | GA03418 |
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
Timothy Demott
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Demott Lake Dam North?
Demott Lake Dam North 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 North?
Demott Lake Dam North is owned by Timothy Demott (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Demott Lake Dam North built?
Demott Lake Dam North was completed in 1945, making it 81 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 Demott Lake Dam North?
Demott Lake Dam North 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 Demott Lake Dam North?
Demott Lake Dam North has a dam height of 11 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.