Ed Wheeler Dam
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 Length | 657 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 66 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 24 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 7 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Modified | 2008 |
| NID ID | GA07192 |
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
Hendrix, Raymone and Kevin;Lanier, Tammie and Craig
Private
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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.