Emerald Cove Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Emerald Cove Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 28 ft (taller than 69.6% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 0 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 94 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 55 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 5 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| NID ID | GA06547 |
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
Emerald Cove Homeowners Association
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Emerald Cove Lake Dam?
Emerald Cove 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 Emerald Cove Lake Dam?
Emerald Cove Lake Dam is owned by Emerald Cove Homeowners Association (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
How tall is Emerald Cove Lake Dam?
Emerald Cove Lake Dam has a dam height of 28 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 Emerald Cove Lake Dam last inspected?
Emerald Cove Lake Dam was last inspected on August 1, 2009. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.