Lower Coots Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Lower Coots Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1960 and is 66 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 23 ft (taller than 50.8% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 255 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 355 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 207 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 25 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1960 (66 years old) |
| NID ID | GA01160 |
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
Lake Coolidge Fun in the Sun Club, Inc
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Lower Coots Lake Dam?
Lower Coots 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 Lower Coots Lake Dam?
Lower Coots Lake Dam is owned by Lake Coolidge Fun in the Sun Club, Inc (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Lower Coots Lake Dam built?
Lower Coots Lake Dam was completed in 1960, making it 66 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 Lower Coots Lake Dam?
Lower Coots 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 Lower Coots Lake Dam?
Lower Coots Lake Dam has a dam height of 23 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 Lower Coots Lake Dam last inspected?
Lower Coots Lake Dam was last inspected on October 9, 2013. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.