Lott Pond Dam

UNKNOWN· Coffee, Georgia· Earth· 10 ft tall
Low Hazard Fire Protection Stock Or Small Fish Pond Private

Key Takeaway

Lott Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. Its primary use is fire protection.

Physical Details

Dam Height 10 ft (taller than 4% in GA)
Dam Length750 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage114 acre-ft
Normal Storage61 acre-ft
Surface Area17 acres
Drainage Area385 sq mi
NID IDGA04115

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: July 15, 2020
State Regulated: No

Ownership

Franklin & Laura A. Hayes

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Lott Pond Dam?

Lott Pond 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 Lott Pond Dam?

Lott Pond Dam is owned by Franklin & Laura A. Hayes (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Lott Pond Dam?

Lott Pond Dam serves the following purposes: Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Lott Pond Dam?

Lott Pond Dam has a dam height of 10 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 Lott Pond Dam last inspected?

Lott Pond Dam was last inspected on July 15, 2020. 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.