Kolomoki Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Kolomoki Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1948 and is 78 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 11 ft (taller than 6.4% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 675 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 456 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 64 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 56 acres |
| Drainage Area | 11,584 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1948 (78 years old) |
| Year Modified | 1996 |
| NID ID | GA01426 |
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
Kolomoki Mounds State Historic Park
State Government
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What is the hazard classification of Kolomoki Lake Dam?
Kolomoki 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 Kolomoki Lake Dam?
Kolomoki Lake Dam is owned by Kolomoki Mounds State Historic Park (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Kolomoki Lake Dam built?
Kolomoki Lake Dam was completed in 1948, making it 78 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 Kolomoki Lake Dam?
Kolomoki 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 Kolomoki Lake Dam?
Kolomoki Lake Dam has a dam height of 11 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 Kolomoki Lake Dam last inspected?
Kolomoki Lake Dam was last inspected on June 21, 2016. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.