Cecil Williams
Key Takeaway
Cecil Williams is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1981 and is 45 years old. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 16 ft (taller than 24.2% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 545 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 300 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 120 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 0 acres |
| Drainage Area | 3 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 97 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1981 (45 years old) |
| NID ID | GA05919 |
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
Cecil Williams
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Cecil Williams?
Cecil Williams 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 Williams?
Cecil Williams is owned by Cecil Williams (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Cecil Williams built?
Cecil Williams was completed in 1981, making it 45 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 Williams?
Cecil Williams serves the following purposes: Fish And Wildlife Pond, Irrigation, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Cecil Williams?
Cecil Williams has a dam height of 16 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.