Hill Const. Co. Lake Dam West Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 6, 2025

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Summary

Co. Lake Dam West, also known as Copper Hill West Lake Dam, is a privately owned earth dam located in Upson, Georgia. Built in 1960 for irrigation purposes, this dam stands at a height of 29 feet and has a length of 400 feet, with a storage capacity of 87 acre-feet. The dam is primarily made of stone core and serves the Lincoln Park Environs area, providing water for agricultural irrigation.

Managed by the Natural Resources Conservation Service, Hill Const. Co. Lake Dam West has a low hazard potential and has not been rated for its condition. While it is not regulated by the state, the dam is inspected every 5 years, with the last inspection conducted in June 2018. Despite its moderate risk assessment, the dam currently does not have an Emergency Action Plan in place, and there are no inundation maps prepared for potential emergencies.

Situated within the Savannah District, Hill Const. Co. Lake Dam West serves as a vital water resource for the surrounding area, contributing to agricultural irrigation and water storage needs. With a focus on sustainability and risk management, continuous monitoring and maintenance of this dam are essential to ensure the safety and reliability of its operations in the face of changing climate conditions.

Year Completed

1960

Dam Length

400

Dam Height

29

River Or Stream

UNKNOWN

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

7

Drainage Area

58

Nid Storage

87

Outlet Gates

Uncontrolled

Hazard Potential

Low

Foundations

Unlisted/Unknown

Nid Height

29
       
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Condition Assessment

Satisfactory
No existing or potential dam safety deficiencies are recognized. Acceptable performance is expected under all loading conditions (static, hydrologic, seismic) in accordance with the minimum applicable state or federal regulatory criteria or tolerable risk guidelines.
Fair
No existing dam safety deficiencies are recognized for normal operating conditions. Rare or extreme hydrologic and/or seismic events may result in a dam safety deficiency. Risk may be in the range to take further action. Note: Rare or extreme event is defined by the regulatory agency based on their minimum
Poor A dam safety deficiency is recognized for normal operating conditions which may realistically occur. Remedial action is necessary. POOR may also be used when uncertainties exist as to critical analysis parameters which identify a potential dam safety deficiency. Investigations and studies are necessary.
Unsatisfactory
A dam safety deficiency is recognized that requires immediate or emergency remedial action for problem resolution.
Not Rated
The dam has not been inspected, is not under state or federal jurisdiction, or has been inspected but, for whatever reason, has not been rated.
Not Available
Dams for which the condition assessment is restricted to approved government users.

Hazard Potential Classification

High
Dams assigned the high hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation will probably cause loss of human life.
Significant
Dams assigned the significant hazard potential classification are those dams where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life but can cause economic loss, environment damage, disruption of lifeline facilities, or impact other concerns. Significant hazard potential classification dams are often located in predominantly rural or agricultural areas but could be in areas with population and significant infrastructure.
Low
Dams assigned the low hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life and low economic and/or environmental losses. Losses are principally limited to the owner's property.
Undetermined
Dams for which a downstream hazard potential has not been designated or is not provided.
Not Available
Dams for which the downstream hazard potential is restricted to approved government users.