Walker Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Walker Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1940 and is 86 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 31 ft (taller than 78.8% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 260 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 120 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 96 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 8 acres |
| Drainage Area | 230 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1940 (86 years old) |
| NID ID | GA01242 |
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
Walker, Melvin
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Walker Lake Dam?
Walker 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 Walker Lake Dam?
Walker Lake Dam is owned by Walker, Melvin (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Walker Lake Dam built?
Walker Lake Dam was completed in 1940, making it 86 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 Walker Lake Dam?
Walker 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 Walker Lake Dam?
Walker Lake Dam has a dam height of 31 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 Walker Lake Dam last inspected?
Walker Lake Dam was last inspected on August 27, 2015. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.