Mountain Creek Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Mountain Creek Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 22 ft (taller than 47% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 240 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 61 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 39 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 5 acres |
| Drainage Area | 160 sq mi |
| NID ID | GA04425 |
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
Cobb County
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Mountain Creek Lake Dam?
Mountain Creek 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 Mountain Creek Lake Dam?
Mountain Creek Lake Dam is owned by Cobb County (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Mountain Creek Lake Dam?
Mountain Creek 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 Mountain Creek Lake Dam?
Mountain Creek Lake Dam has a dam height of 22 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.