Lewis Mill Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Lewis Mill Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1958 and is 68 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 16 ft (taller than 24.2% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 420 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 511 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 186 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 41 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1958 (68 years old) |
| NID ID | GA03338 |
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
Cool Water Estates LLC
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Lewis Mill Lake Dam?
Lewis Mill 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 Lewis Mill Lake Dam?
Lewis Mill Lake Dam is owned by Cool Water Estates LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Lewis Mill Lake Dam built?
Lewis Mill Lake Dam was completed in 1958, making it 68 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 Lewis Mill Lake Dam?
Lewis Mill 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 Lewis Mill Lake Dam?
Lewis Mill Lake 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 Lewis Mill Lake Dam last inspected?
Lewis Mill Lake Dam was last inspected on March 24, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.