Camp Waco Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Camp Waco Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1950 and is 76 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 26 ft (taller than 62.1% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 210 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 116 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 45 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 11 acres |
| Drainage Area | 2,527 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 116 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1950 (76 years old) |
| NID ID | GA02327 |
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
Lincoln Trust Company as custodian
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Camp Waco Lake Dam?
Camp Waco 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 Camp Waco Lake Dam?
Camp Waco Lake Dam is owned by Lincoln Trust Company as custodian (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Camp Waco Lake Dam built?
Camp Waco Lake Dam was completed in 1950, making it 76 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 Camp Waco Lake Dam?
Camp Waco 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 Camp Waco Lake Dam?
Camp Waco Lake Dam has a dam height of 26 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.
When was Camp Waco Lake Dam last inspected?
Camp Waco Lake Dam was last inspected on December 13, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.