Paul Dement Lake Dam

Name unknown· Carroll, Georgia· Built 2002· Earth· 45 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Paul Dement Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 2002 and is 24 years old. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 45 ft (taller than 94.4% in GA)
Dam Length607 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage301 acre-ft
Normal Storage241 acre-ft
Surface Area13 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Year Completed2002 (24 years old)
NID IDGA06203

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: October 31, 2017
State Regulated: No

Ownership

Mr. Paul DeMent and Cheryl Lankenau

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Paul Dement Lake Dam?

Paul Dement 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 Paul Dement Lake Dam?

Paul Dement Lake Dam is owned by Mr. Paul DeMent and Cheryl Lankenau (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Paul Dement Lake Dam built?

Paul Dement Lake Dam was completed in 2002, making it 24 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 Paul Dement Lake Dam?

Paul Dement 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 Paul Dement Lake Dam?

Paul Dement Lake Dam has a dam height of 45 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 Paul Dement Lake Dam last inspected?

Paul Dement Lake Dam was last inspected on October 31, 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.