Wallace and Greer Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Wallace and Greer Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1973 and is 53 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 24 ft (taller than 54.4% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 335 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 167 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 104 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 13 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1973 (53 years old) |
| NID ID | GA03686 |
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
Greer, W.T. Jr.;Wallace, Kathleen
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Wallace and Greer Lake Dam?
Wallace and Greer 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 Wallace and Greer Lake Dam?
Wallace and Greer Lake Dam is owned by Greer, W.T. Jr.;Wallace, Kathleen (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Wallace and Greer Lake Dam built?
Wallace and Greer Lake Dam was completed in 1973, making it 53 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 Wallace and Greer Lake Dam?
Wallace and Greer 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 Wallace and Greer Lake Dam?
Wallace and Greer Lake Dam has a dam height of 24 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 Wallace and Greer Lake Dam last inspected?
Wallace and Greer Lake Dam was last inspected on September 1, 2005. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.