Price Lake Dam

unknown· Coweta, Georgia· Earth· 23 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

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

Physical Details

Dam Height 23 ft (taller than 50.8% in GA)
Dam Length235 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage114 acre-ft
Normal Storage39 acre-ft
Surface Area7 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
NID IDGA06187

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 23, 2017
State Regulated: No

Ownership

Price, Glora Ann

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Price Lake Dam?

Price 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 Price Lake Dam?

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

What is the primary purpose of Price Lake Dam?

Price 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 Price Lake Dam?

Price Lake Dam has a dam height of 23 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 Price Lake Dam last inspected?

Price Lake Dam was last inspected on February 23, 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.