W H Smith Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
W H Smith Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1955 and is 71 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 16 ft (taller than 24.2% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 1,080 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 351 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 115 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 23 acres |
| Drainage Area | 405 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1955 (71 years old) |
| Year Modified | 2002 |
| NID ID | GA03310 |
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
Smith, W. H. & Healy Lugenia S.
Private
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What is the hazard classification of W H Smith Lake Dam?
W H Smith 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 W H Smith Lake Dam?
W H Smith Lake Dam is owned by Smith, W. H. & Healy Lugenia S. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was W H Smith Lake Dam built?
W H Smith Lake 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 W H Smith Lake Dam?
W H Smith 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 W H Smith Lake Dam?
W H Smith Lake Dam has a dam height of 16 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 W H Smith Lake Dam last inspected?
W H Smith Lake Dam was last inspected on November 1, 2004. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.