Cecil Walker Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Cecil Walker Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1964 and is 62 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 32 ft (taller than 81% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 600 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 144 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 103 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 8 acres |
| Drainage Area | 56 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 144 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1964 (62 years old) |
| NID ID | GA04055 |
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
Glore Farms LLC
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Cecil Walker Lake Dam?
Cecil Walker 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 Cecil Walker Lake Dam?
Cecil Walker Lake Dam is owned by Glore Farms LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Cecil Walker Lake Dam built?
Cecil Walker Lake Dam was completed in 1964, making it 62 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 Cecil Walker Lake Dam?
Cecil Walker 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 Cecil Walker Lake Dam?
Cecil Walker Lake Dam has a dam height of 32 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 Cecil Walker Lake Dam last inspected?
Cecil Walker Lake Dam was last inspected on November 29, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.