Cook Lake Dam North Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Cook Lake Dam North, located in Lumber City, Georgia, was completed in 1947 and serves as a recreational spot for water resource and climate enthusiasts.


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Summary

This private earth dam stands at 26.6 feet in height with a storage capacity of 218.4 acre-feet and a surface area of 15 acres. Despite being uncontrolled, the spillway type is listed as uncontrolled with a low hazard potential.

With a drainage area of 185 square miles, Cook Lake Dam North offers a serene setting for outdoor activities while also posing a moderate risk in terms of potential hazards. The dam has not been assigned a condition assessment rating and has last been inspected in September 2014. While the dam is not regulated by the state, regular inspections are carried out to ensure its structural integrity and public safety. Overall, Cook Lake Dam North provides a picturesque destination for water and nature enthusiasts to enjoy the great outdoors in Jeff Davis County, Georgia.

Year Completed

1947

Dam Length

670

Dam Height

26.6

River Or Stream

UNKNOWN

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

15

Hydraulic Height

23.8

Drainage Area

185

Nid Storage

218.4

Outlet Gates

Uncontrolled

Hazard Potential

Low

Foundations

Unlisted/Unknown

Nid Height

27
       
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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.