Lake Windward Dam
Key Takeaway
Lake Windward Dam is classified as high hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1981 and is 45 years old. Its primary use is recreation. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 60 ft (taller than 97.7% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 750 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 7.6K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 2.9K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 168 acres |
| Drainage Area | 2,880 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1981 (45 years old) |
| NID ID | GA03846 |
Safety Information
Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
Windward Community Services Association, Inc. City of Alpharetta
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Lake Windward Dam?
Lake Windward Dam is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Lake Windward Dam?
Lake Windward Dam is owned by Windward Community Services Association, Inc. City of Alpharetta (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Lake Windward Dam built?
Lake Windward Dam was completed in 1981, making it 45 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 Windward Dam?
Lake Windward 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 Windward Dam?
Lake Windward Dam has a dam height of 60 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 Windward Dam last inspected?
Lake Windward Dam was last inspected on May 17, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.