Demott Lake West Dam
Key Takeaway
Demott Lake West Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1942 and is 84 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 8 ft (taller than 0.9% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 750 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 72 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 32 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 12 acres |
| Drainage Area | 94 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1942 (84 years old) |
| NID ID | GA04135 |
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
Mr. Richard DeMott Mr. and Mrs. Huel Marshall
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Demott Lake West Dam?
Demott Lake West 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 West Dam?
Demott Lake West Dam is owned by Mr. Richard DeMott Mr. and Mrs. Huel Marshall (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Demott Lake West Dam built?
Demott Lake West Dam was completed in 1942, making it 84 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 West Dam?
Demott Lake West 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 Demott Lake West Dam?
Demott Lake West Dam has a dam height of 8 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 West Dam last inspected?
Demott Lake West Dam was last inspected on April 1, 2010. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.