Ward Lake Dam North
Key Takeaway
Ward Lake Dam North is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1964 and is 62 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 36 ft (taller than 88.1% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 480 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 74 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 45 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 10 acres |
| Drainage Area | 285 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1964 (62 years old) |
| NID ID | GA03596 |
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
WARD, JIMMIE ANN
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Ward Lake Dam North?
Ward Lake Dam North 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 Ward Lake Dam North?
Ward Lake Dam North is owned by WARD, JIMMIE ANN (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Ward Lake Dam North built?
Ward Lake Dam North was completed in 1964, making it 62 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 Ward Lake Dam North?
Ward Lake Dam North 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 Ward Lake Dam North?
Ward Lake Dam North has a dam height of 36 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 Ward Lake Dam North last inspected?
Ward Lake Dam North was last inspected on July 14, 2015. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.