Lake Wellbrook Dam
Key Takeaway
Lake Wellbrook Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1955 and is 71 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 33 ft (taller than 83.4% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 566 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 165 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 124 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 10 acres |
| Drainage Area | 405 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1955 (71 years old) |
| NID ID | GA00439 |
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
Lake Wellbrook HOA
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Lake Wellbrook Dam?
Lake Wellbrook 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 Lake Wellbrook Dam?
Lake Wellbrook Dam is owned by Lake Wellbrook HOA (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Lake Wellbrook Dam built?
Lake Wellbrook Dam was completed in 1955, making it 71 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.
What is the primary purpose of Lake Wellbrook Dam?
Lake Wellbrook 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 Lake Wellbrook Dam?
Lake Wellbrook Dam has a dam height of 33 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 Lake Wellbrook Dam last inspected?
Lake Wellbrook Dam was last inspected on August 1, 2002. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.