Babcock Wilcox Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Babcock Wilcox Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1973 and is 53 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 27 ft (taller than 65.9% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 420 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 85 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 60 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 8 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1973 (53 years old) |
| NID ID | GA02123 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
Babcock and Wilcox Company
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Babcock Wilcox Lake Dam?
Babcock Wilcox Lake Dam is classified as Low Hazard. No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Babcock Wilcox Lake Dam?
Babcock Wilcox Lake Dam is owned by Babcock and Wilcox Company (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Babcock Wilcox Lake Dam built?
Babcock Wilcox Lake Dam was completed in 1973, making it 53 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.
What is the primary purpose of Babcock Wilcox Lake Dam?
Babcock Wilcox Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Babcock Wilcox Lake Dam?
Babcock Wilcox Lake Dam has a dam height of 27 ft. Dam height is measured from the natural streambed at the downstream toe to the top of the dam, and may differ from the visible height.