Loch Highland Lake (Lower) Dam

Georgia, Cobb County, Sweat Mountain Creek

Location

StateGeorgia
CountyCobb
RiverSweat Mountain Creek
Coordinates34.04215, -84.42210

Physical Characteristics

NID Height28 ft
Dam Height28 ft
Dam Length390 ft
NID Storage560 acre-ft
Max Storage560 acre-ft
Surface Area29 acres

Safety Classification

Hazard PotentialHigh
Condition AssessmentSatisfactory
EAP StatusYes
Last InspectionFebruary 9, 2016
Inspection Frequency2

Dam Information

Year Completed1973
Primary PurposeRecreation
Dam TypeEarth
Owner TypeLocal Government
OwnerCobb County Board of Commissioners;Loch Highland Homeowners Association

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About This Dam Record

Dam safety data is maintained by the Army Corps of Engineers National Inventory of Dams (NID). High-hazard dams are those where failure could cause loss of life or major property damage downstream.

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