Charles L. Williams Dam
Key Takeaway
Charles L. Williams Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 2008 and is 18 years old.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 14 ft (taller than 16.4% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 752 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 52 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 34 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 5 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 2008 (18 years old) |
| NID ID | GA07131 |
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
Williams, Gloria E.
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Charles L. Williams Dam?
Charles L. Williams 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 Charles L. Williams Dam?
Charles L. Williams Dam is owned by Williams, Gloria E. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Charles L. Williams Dam built?
Charles L. Williams Dam was completed in 2008, making it 18 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.
How tall is Charles L. Williams Dam?
Charles L. Williams Dam has a dam height of 14 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.