Upper Cove Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Upper Cove Lake Dam is classified as high hazard in Georgia. Its primary use is recreation. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 26 ft (taller than 62.1% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 300 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 20 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 12 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 3 acres |
| Drainage Area | 87 sq mi |
| NID ID | GA03871 |
Safety Information
Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
Lakes at Vinings Multifamily Partners LLC;M&M Equities Inc
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Upper Cove Lake Dam?
Upper Cove Lake Dam is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Upper Cove Lake Dam?
Upper Cove Lake Dam is owned by Lakes at Vinings Multifamily Partners LLC;M&M Equities Inc (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Upper Cove Lake Dam?
Upper Cove 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 Upper Cove Lake Dam?
Upper Cove Lake Dam has a dam height of 26 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 Upper Cove Lake Dam last inspected?
Upper Cove Lake Dam was last inspected on November 10, 2016. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.