Wallers Pond Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Wallers Pond 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 | 18 ft (taller than 32.5% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 570 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 108 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 37 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 7 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1940 (86 years old) |
| NID ID | GA01686 |
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
Kinchafoonee Properties, LLC
Private
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Low Hazard 14 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Wallers Pond Lake Dam?
Wallers Pond 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 Wallers Pond Lake Dam?
Wallers Pond Lake Dam is owned by Kinchafoonee Properties, LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Wallers Pond Lake Dam built?
Wallers Pond 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 Wallers Pond Lake Dam?
Wallers Pond 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 Wallers Pond Lake Dam?
Wallers Pond Lake Dam has a dam height of 18 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 Wallers Pond Lake Dam last inspected?
Wallers Pond Lake Dam was last inspected on August 11, 2016. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.