Willow Point Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Willow Point Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 24 ft (taller than 54.4% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 275 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 92 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 28 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 6 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| NID ID | GA02426 |
Safety Information
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?
Ownership
Cobb County Commissioners
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Willow Point Lake Dam?
Willow Point 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 Willow Point Lake Dam?
Willow Point Lake Dam is owned by Cobb County Commissioners (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Willow Point Lake Dam?
Willow Point 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 Willow Point Lake Dam?
Willow Point Lake Dam has a dam height of 24 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 Willow Point Lake Dam last inspected?
Willow Point Lake Dam was last inspected on September 1, 1984. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.