Hickory Cove Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Hickory Cove Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1971 and is 55 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 27 ft (taller than 65.9% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 162 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 20 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 15 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 1 acres |
| Drainage Area | 170 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1971 (55 years old) |
| NID ID | GA04924 |
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
Hickory Cove Property Homeowners
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Hickory Cove Lake Dam?
Hickory 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 Hickory Cove Lake Dam?
Hickory Cove Lake Dam is owned by Hickory Cove Property Homeowners (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Hickory Cove Lake Dam built?
Hickory Cove Lake Dam was completed in 1971, making it 55 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 Hickory Cove Lake Dam?
Hickory Cove 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 Hickory Cove Lake Dam?
Hickory Cove Lake Dam has a dam height of 27 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 Hickory Cove Lake Dam last inspected?
Hickory Cove Lake Dam was last inspected on June 14, 2016. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.