Newnan Waterworks Lake Dam No. 6
Newnan Waterworks Lake Dam No. 6 is an earth dam located in Coweta County, Georgia, built in 1978. It carries a Low hazard potential classification.
About Newnan Waterworks Lake Dam No. 6
The primary purpose of Newnan Waterworks Lake Dam No. 6 is water supply. The dam stores water for municipal, industrial, or agricultural use, helping ensure a reliable supply for the surrounding area. The dam is owned by Newnan Waterworks Sewerage And Light Commission (local government). It impounds the Sandy Creek near Newnan.
The dam stands 54 feet tall and stretches 830 feet across, creates a reservoir covering 19 acres, and has a maximum storage capacity of 479 acre-feet. Completed in 1978, the structure is 48 years old.
This dam has a low hazard potential classification, meaning that failure would cause minimal damage, limited primarily to the dam owner's property, with no expected loss of life. The most recent inspection on record was 02/14/2017.
At 54 feet, this dam is taller than 94% of dams nationwide.
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Location
| State | Georgia |
| County | Coweta |
| Nearest City | Newnan |
| River/Stream | Sandy Creek |
| Coordinates | 33.35083, -84.79444 |
Physical Characteristics
| Dam Type | Earth |
| NID Height | 54 ft |
| Dam Height | 54 ft |
| Dam Length | 830 ft |
| Year Completed | 1978 (48 years old) |
Storage & Hydraulics
| NID Storage | 479 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 479 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 19 acres |
| Spillway Type | Uncontrolled |
Ownership & Safety
| Purpose | Water Supply |
| Owner | Newnan Waterworks Sewerage and Light Commission |
| Owner Type | Local Government |
| Hazard Classification | Low |
| Condition Assessment | Not Rated |
| Last Inspection | 02/14/2017 |
| Emergency Action Plan | Not Required |
Identifiers
| NID ID | GA02444 |
| Federal ID | GA02444 |
| More Info | State Dam Safety Program |