Walton Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Walton Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1957 and is 69 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 11 ft (taller than 6.4% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 680 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 81 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 56 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 14 acres |
| Drainage Area | 220 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1957 (69 years old) |
| NID ID | GA03450 |
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
Walton Farms Inc.
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Walton Lake Dam?
Walton 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 Walton Lake Dam?
Walton Lake Dam is owned by Walton Farms Inc. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Walton Lake Dam built?
Walton Lake Dam was completed in 1957, making it 69 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 Walton Lake Dam?
Walton Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond, Other. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Walton Lake Dam?
Walton Lake Dam has a dam height of 11 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 Walton Lake Dam last inspected?
Walton Lake Dam was last inspected on July 1, 1984. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.