Lower Smith Lake Dam

BAY POLE BRANCH· Colquitt, Georgia· Earth· 18 ft tall
Low Hazard Private

Key Takeaway

Lower Smith Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia.

Physical Details

Dam Height 18 ft (taller than 32.5% in GA)
Dam Length410 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage310 acre-ft
Normal Storage121 acre-ft
Surface Area22 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
NID IDGA07140

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
State Regulated: No

Ownership

Mobley Plant Company

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Lower Smith Lake Dam?

Lower Smith 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 Smith Lake Dam?

Lower Smith Lake Dam is owned by Mobley Plant Company (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

How tall is Lower Smith Lake Dam?

Lower Smith Lake Dam has a dam height of 18 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.

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.