Lake Cumberland West Dam
Key Takeaway
Lake Cumberland West Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 26 ft (taller than 62.1% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 600 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 80 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 46 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 7 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| NID ID | GA02215 |
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
Lake Cumberland West HOA Association INC
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Lake Cumberland West Dam?
Lake Cumberland 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 Lake Cumberland West Dam?
Lake Cumberland West Dam is owned by Lake Cumberland West HOA Association INC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Lake Cumberland West Dam?
Lake Cumberland 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 Lake Cumberland West Dam?
Lake Cumberland West Dam has a dam height of 26 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 Lake Cumberland West Dam last inspected?
Lake Cumberland West Dam was last inspected on August 1, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.