Newnan Water Works Lake Dam No. 4

SANDY CREEK· Coweta, Georgia· Earth· 39 ft tall
Low Hazard Water Supply Local Government

Key Takeaway

Newnan Water Works Lake Dam No. 4 is classified as low hazard in Georgia. Its primary use is water supply.

Physical Details

Dam Height 39 ft (taller than 90.9% in GA)
Dam Length718 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage383 acre-ft
Normal Storage81 acre-ft
Surface Area14 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
NID IDGA02445

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 14, 2017
State Regulated: No

Ownership

Newnan Waterworks Sewerage and Light Commission

Local Government

Nearby Dams

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Newnan Water Works Lake Dam No. 4?

Newnan Water Works Lake Dam No. 4 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 Newnan Water Works Lake Dam No. 4?

Newnan Water Works Lake Dam No. 4 is owned by Newnan Waterworks Sewerage and Light Commission (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Newnan Water Works Lake Dam No. 4?

Newnan Water Works Lake Dam No. 4 serves the following purposes: Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Newnan Water Works Lake Dam No. 4?

Newnan Water Works Lake Dam No. 4 has a dam height of 39 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 Newnan Water Works Lake Dam No. 4 last inspected?

Newnan Water Works Lake Dam No. 4 was last inspected on February 14, 2017. 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.