Long Lake Dam

UNKNOWN· Cobb, Georgia· Earth· 33 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Long Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 33 ft (taller than 83.4% in GA)
Dam Length250 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage33 acre-ft
Normal Storage19 acre-ft
Surface Area2 acres
NID IDGA03880

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: September 1, 1992
State Regulated: No

Ownership

Chabad Lubavitch of Cobb, Inc.

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Long Lake Dam?

Long 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 Long Lake Dam?

Long Lake Dam is owned by Chabad Lubavitch of Cobb, Inc. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Long Lake Dam?

Long 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 Long Lake Dam?

Long Lake Dam has a dam height of 33 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 Long Lake Dam last inspected?

Long Lake Dam was last inspected on September 1, 1992. 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.