Lake Raymond Dam
Key Takeaway
Lake Raymond Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1914 and is 112 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 16 ft (taller than 24.2% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 445 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 280 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 121 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 29 acres |
| Drainage Area | 825 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1914 (112 years old) |
| NID ID | GA01199 |
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
Coweta County Board of Commissioners
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Lake Raymond Dam?
Lake Raymond 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 Raymond Dam?
Lake Raymond Dam is owned by Coweta County Board of Commissioners (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Lake Raymond Dam built?
Lake Raymond Dam was completed in 1914, making it 112 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 Raymond Dam?
Lake Raymond 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 Raymond Dam?
Lake Raymond Dam has a dam height of 16 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 Raymond Dam last inspected?
Lake Raymond Dam was last inspected on February 13, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.