Dennis Lake Dam

Name unknown· Meriwether, Georgia· Earth· 19 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Dennis Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 19 ft (taller than 36.5% in GA)
Dam Length258 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage128 acre-ft
Normal Storage46 acre-ft
Surface Area9 acres
Drainage Area530 sq mi
NID IDGA02620

Safety Information

Low Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: May 21, 2019
State Regulated: No

Ownership

Mr. Lucius C. Wimbish ETAL

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Dennis Lake Dam?

Dennis 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 Dennis Lake Dam?

Dennis Lake Dam is owned by Mr. Lucius C. Wimbish ETAL (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Dennis Lake Dam?

Dennis 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 Dennis Lake Dam?

Dennis Lake Dam has a dam height of 19 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 Dennis Lake Dam last inspected?

Dennis Lake Dam was last inspected on May 21, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.