Ed Wheeler Dam

CANOOCHEE RIVER· Candler, Georgia· Earth· 14 ft tall
Low Hazard Private

Key Takeaway

Ed Wheeler Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia.

Physical Details

Dam Height 14 ft (taller than 16.4% in GA)
Dam Length657 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage66 acre-ft
Normal Storage24 acre-ft
Surface Area7 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Year Modified2008
NID IDGA07192

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
State Regulated: No

Ownership

Hendrix, Raymone and Kevin;Lanier, Tammie and Craig

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Ed Wheeler Dam?

Ed Wheeler 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 Ed Wheeler Dam?

Ed Wheeler Dam is owned by Hendrix, Raymone and Kevin;Lanier, Tammie and Craig (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

How tall is Ed Wheeler Dam?

Ed Wheeler 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.

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.