Lewis Mill Lake Dam

UNKNOWN· Dooly, Georgia· Built 1958· Earth· 16 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Private

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 Length420 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage511 acre-ft
Normal Storage186 acre-ft
Surface Area41 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Year Completed1958 (68 years old)
NID IDGA03338

Safety Information

Low Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: March 24, 2017
State Regulated: No

Ownership

Cool Water Estates LLC

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

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.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.