Gettis Wingate Lake Dam

Colquitt, Georgia· Earth· 17 ft tall
Low Hazard Irrigation Private

Key Takeaway

Gettis Wingate Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. Its primary use is irrigation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 17 ft (taller than 28.7% in GA)
Dam Length0 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage214 acre-ft
Normal Storage92 acre-ft
Surface Area16 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
NID IDGA09021

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

Mr. T E Wingate, Jr. Mr. Charles Everett, Jr.

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Gettis Wingate Lake Dam?

Gettis Wingate 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 Gettis Wingate Lake Dam?

Gettis Wingate Lake Dam is owned by Mr. T E Wingate, Jr. Mr. Charles Everett, Jr. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Gettis Wingate Lake Dam?

Gettis Wingate Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Irrigation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Gettis Wingate Lake Dam?

Gettis Wingate Lake Dam has a dam height of 17 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.