Demott Lake Dam South
Key Takeaway
Demott Lake Dam South is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1960 and is 66 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 11 ft (taller than 6.4% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 470 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 90 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 48 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 12 acres |
| Drainage Area | 615 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1960 (66 years old) |
| NID ID | GA03417 |
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
Alice Demott
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Demott Lake Dam South?
Demott Lake Dam South 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 South?
Demott Lake Dam South is owned by Alice Demott (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Demott Lake Dam South built?
Demott Lake Dam South was completed in 1960, making it 66 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 South?
Demott Lake Dam South serves the following purposes: Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Demott Lake Dam South?
Demott Lake Dam South 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.
When was Demott Lake Dam South last inspected?
Demott Lake Dam South was last inspected on April 1, 2010. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.