Redwine Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Redwine Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1944 and is 82 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 17 ft (taller than 28.7% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 540 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 149 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 96 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 15 acres |
| Drainage Area | 265 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1944 (82 years old) |
| NID ID | GA01352 |
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
CC Whitewater LLC
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Redwine Lake Dam?
Redwine 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 Redwine Lake Dam?
Redwine Lake Dam is owned by CC Whitewater LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Redwine Lake Dam built?
Redwine Lake Dam was completed in 1944, making it 82 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 Redwine Lake Dam?
Redwine Lake 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 Redwine Lake Dam?
Redwine 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.
When was Redwine Lake Dam last inspected?
Redwine Lake Dam was last inspected on April 23, 2015. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.