Tom Williams Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Tom Williams Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1997 and is 29 years old.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 34 ft (taller than 85% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 498 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 205 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 130 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 10 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1997 (29 years old) |
| NID ID | GA07015 |
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
Sheldon K. Williams, etal
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Tom Williams Lake Dam?
Tom Williams 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 Tom Williams Lake Dam?
Tom Williams Lake Dam is owned by Sheldon K. Williams, etal (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Tom Williams Lake Dam built?
Tom Williams Lake Dam was completed in 1997, making it 29 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.
How tall is Tom Williams Lake Dam?
Tom Williams Lake Dam has a dam height of 34 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 Tom Williams Lake Dam last inspected?
Tom Williams Lake Dam was last inspected on August 27, 2015. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.