West Point Dam

Troup County, Georgia (near WEST POINT)

River/Stream: CHATTAHOOCHEE RIVER

High Hazard

Failure would likely cause loss of life

Key Facts

Dam Type
Gravity
Height
132 ft
Dam Length
7,250 ft
Reservoir Storage
940,000 acre-ft
Year Completed
1974
Primary Purpose
Hydroelectric
Owner Type
Federal
Max Discharge
427,300 cfs

Condition Assessment

Not AvailableLast inspected: 2023-03-15

Hazard Classification: High — This describes the potential consequences of dam failure, not the likelihood of failure.

Condition Assessment: Not Available — This describes the current physical condition of the dam based on the most recent inspection.

Location

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Quick Stats

NID ID
GA00820
State
Georgia (GA)
Coordinates
32.91845, -85.18807
Age
52 years

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External Resources

Data sourced from the National Inventory of Dams (NID). Information may not reflect the most current status of this dam. Hazard classification reflects potential consequences of failure, not the likelihood of failure or the current condition.