Storey Lake Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 6, 2025

Storey Lake Dam, located in Coweta, Georgia, was completed in 1964 and serves primarily for recreational purposes.


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Summary

The dam stands at a height of 24.2 feet with a hydraulic height of 22.9 feet, creating a storage capacity of 61 acre-feet. With a surface area of 4.6 acres and a drainage area of 58 acres, the dam plays a crucial role in water management in the region.

Designed by Mr. Smith, Storey Lake Dam is classified as an earth dam with a buttress core type. Despite being unlisted for foundations, the dam is considered to have a low hazard potential and a moderate risk assessment. While it is not currently rated for its condition, the dam has not undergone any recent inspections since April 1985. With uncontrolled spillways and outlet gates, the dam's risk management measures and emergency preparedness status remain unspecified.

Situated within the Mobile District of the US Army Corps of Engineers and under private ownership, Storey Lake Dam contributes to the local ecosystem and provides opportunities for outdoor recreation. Its role in water resource management and its potential impact on climate-related factors make it a key point of interest for water resource and climate enthusiasts seeking to understand the intersection of infrastructure, environment, and community resilience.

Year Completed

1964

Dam Length

480

Dam Height

24.2

River Or Stream

UNKNOWN

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

4.6

Hydraulic Height

22.9

Drainage Area

58

Nid Storage

61

Outlet Gates

Uncontrolled

Hazard Potential

Low

Foundations

Unlisted/Unknown

Nid Height

24
       
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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.