Pope Lake Dam

Name unknown· Brooks, Georgia· Built 1960· Earth· 16 ft tall
Low Hazard Fire Protection Stock Or Small Fish Pond Private

Key Takeaway

Pope Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1960 and is 66 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.

Physical Details

Dam Height 16 ft (taller than 24.2% in GA)
Dam Length675 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage578 acre-ft
Normal Storage392 acre-ft
Surface Area56 acres
Drainage Area1,350 sq mi
Max Discharge578 cfs
Year Completed1960 (66 years old)
NID IDGA03518

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: January 11, 2018
State Regulated: No

Ownership

Pope, Edwin

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Pope Lake Dam?

Pope 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 Pope Lake Dam?

Pope Lake Dam is owned by Pope, Edwin (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Pope Lake Dam built?

Pope Lake Dam was completed in 1960, making it 66 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 Pope Lake Dam?

Pope Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Pope Lake Dam?

Pope Lake Dam has a dam height of 16 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 Pope Lake Dam last inspected?

Pope Lake Dam was last inspected on January 11, 2018. 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.