Glover Lake Dam

UNKNOWN· Coweta, Georgia· Built 1945· Earth· 32 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Glover Lake Dam 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 32 ft (taller than 81% in GA)
Dam Length555 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage183 acre-ft
Normal Storage113 acre-ft
Surface Area12 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Year Completed1945 (81 years old)
NID IDGA02527

Safety Information

Low Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: February 15, 2017
State Regulated: No

Ownership

Sellen Living Trust

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Glover Lake Dam?

Glover 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 Glover Lake Dam?

Glover Lake Dam is owned by Sellen Living Trust (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Glover Lake Dam built?

Glover Lake Dam 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 Glover Lake Dam?

Glover Lake 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 Glover Lake Dam?

Glover Lake Dam has a dam height of 32 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 Glover Lake Dam last inspected?

Glover Lake Dam was last inspected on February 15, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.