Cowart Lake Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Cowart Lake Dam in Adairsville, Georgia, is a privately owned earth dam primarily used for recreation purposes.
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Summary
With a height of 17.7 feet and a hydraulic height of 16.8 feet, the dam spans 480 feet across Cedar Creek, providing a surface area of 6.9 acres and a storage capacity of 64 acre-feet. The dam's spillway type is uncontrolled, and it has uncontrolled outlet gates, with a low hazard potential and a moderate risk assessment rating.
Although the dam was last inspected in 1984 and is currently not rated in terms of condition assessment, it is noted to have a risk management measure in place. Despite not being state regulated, permitted, or inspected, the dam's risk assessment suggests a moderate level of risk. Located in Bartow County, Georgia, the Cowart Lake Dam serves as a recreational spot for local water resource and climate enthusiasts, offering opportunities for outdoor activities in a picturesque setting along Cedar Creek.
Dam Length |
480 |
Dam Height |
17.7 |
River Or Stream |
Cedar Creek |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
6.9 |
Hydraulic Height |
16.8 |
Drainage Area |
244 |
Nid Storage |
64 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
18 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Two Run Creek Near Kingston
|
23cfs |
Coosawattee River Near Pine Chapel
|
602cfs |
Etowah River Near Kingston
|
3190cfs |
Oostanaula River At Resaca
|
1020cfs |
Etowah River At Allatoona Dam
|
4430cfs |
Etowah River At Ga 61
|
2120cfs |
Dam Data Reference
Condition Assessment
SatisfactoryNo 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
HighDams 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.
Cowart Lake Dam