Lake Kokoloe Dam
Key Takeaway
Lake Kokoloe Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1929 and is 97 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 26 ft (taller than 62.1% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 460 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 492 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 279 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 31 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1,200 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1929 (97 years old) |
| NID ID | GA01668 |
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
Harris Developers LLC
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Lake Kokoloe Dam?
Lake Kokoloe 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 Kokoloe Dam?
Lake Kokoloe Dam is owned by Harris Developers LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Lake Kokoloe Dam built?
Lake Kokoloe Dam was completed in 1929, making it 97 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 Lake Kokoloe Dam?
Lake Kokoloe 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 Kokoloe Dam?
Lake Kokoloe 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 Kokoloe Dam last inspected?
Lake Kokoloe Dam was last inspected on January 24, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.