Edwards Cove Lake West Dam
Key Takeaway
Edwards Cove Lake West Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1950 and is 76 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 40 ft (taller than 91.5% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 400 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 123 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 100 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 8 acres |
| Drainage Area | 270 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1950 (76 years old) |
| NID ID | GA01818 |
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
Edwards Cove Homeowners Association
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Edwards Cove Lake West Dam?
Edwards Cove 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 Edwards Cove Lake West Dam?
Edwards Cove Lake West Dam is owned by Edwards Cove Homeowners Association (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Edwards Cove Lake West Dam built?
Edwards Cove Lake West Dam was completed in 1950, making it 76 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 Edwards Cove Lake West Dam?
Edwards Cove 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 Edwards Cove Lake West Dam?
Edwards Cove Lake West Dam has a dam height of 40 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 Edwards Cove Lake West Dam last inspected?
Edwards Cove Lake West Dam was last inspected on October 4, 2016. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.