Wright Lake Dam

UNKNOWN· Cobb, Georgia· Earth· 32 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

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

Physical Details

Dam Height 32 ft (taller than 81% in GA)
Dam Length150 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage29 acre-ft
Normal Storage16 acre-ft
Surface Area2 acres
NID IDGA03884

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: November 9, 2016
State Regulated: No

Ownership

Lunsden, J.R.

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Wright Lake Dam?

Wright 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 Wright Lake Dam?

Wright Lake Dam is owned by Lunsden, J.R. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Wright Lake Dam?

Wright 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 Wright Lake Dam?

Wright Lake Dam has a dam height of 32 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 Wright Lake Dam last inspected?

Wright Lake Dam was last inspected on November 9, 2016. 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.