Walters Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Walters 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 | 20 ft (taller than 40.1% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 726 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 120 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 79 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 10 acres |
| Drainage Area | 110 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1973 (53 years old) |
| NID ID | GA03561 |
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
Wyndall Walters
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Walters Lake Dam?
Walters 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 Walters Lake Dam?
Walters Lake Dam is owned by Wyndall Walters (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Walters Lake Dam built?
Walters 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 Walters Lake Dam?
Walters 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 Walters Lake Dam?
Walters Lake Dam has a dam height of 20 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 Walters Lake Dam last inspected?
Walters Lake Dam was last inspected on October 1, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.