Wanda Reita Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Wanda Reita Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1949 and is 77 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 37 ft (taller than 89.2% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 141 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 206 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 119 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 16 acres |
| Drainage Area | 176 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1949 (77 years old) |
| NID ID | GA00794 |
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
Wanda J. Petitt
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Wanda Reita Lake Dam?
Wanda Reita 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 Wanda Reita Lake Dam?
Wanda Reita Lake Dam is owned by Wanda J. Petitt (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Wanda Reita Lake Dam built?
Wanda Reita Lake Dam was completed in 1949, making it 77 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 Wanda Reita Lake Dam?
Wanda Reita 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 Wanda Reita Lake Dam?
Wanda Reita Lake Dam has a dam height of 37 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 Wanda Reita Lake Dam last inspected?
Wanda Reita Lake Dam was last inspected on February 7, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.