Mobley Lake Dam

UNKNOWN· Colquitt, Georgia· Earth· 14 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

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

Physical Details

Dam Height 14 ft (taller than 16.4% in GA)
Dam Length380 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage122 acre-ft
Normal Storage52 acre-ft
Surface Area13 acres
Drainage Area555 sq mi
NID IDGA04144

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: February 1, 2010
State Regulated: No

Ownership

Patrick Mobley Investments Inc. Micheal H. Mobley

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Mobley Lake Dam?

Mobley 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 Mobley Lake Dam?

Mobley Lake Dam is owned by Patrick Mobley Investments Inc. Micheal H. Mobley (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Mobley Lake Dam?

Mobley 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 Mobley Lake Dam?

Mobley Lake Dam has a dam height of 14 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 Mobley Lake Dam last inspected?

Mobley Lake Dam was last inspected on February 1, 2010. 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.