Wards Lake Dam

SANDERS CREEK· Haralson, Georgia· Earth· 20 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Wards Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 20 ft (taller than 40.1% in GA)
Dam Length378 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage242 acre-ft
Normal Storage66 acre-ft
Surface Area14 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
NID IDGA02482

Safety Information

Low Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: September 13, 2016
State Regulated: No

Ownership

Johnson, Michael and Patricia

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Wards Lake Dam?

Wards 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 Wards Lake Dam?

Wards Lake Dam is owned by Johnson, Michael and Patricia (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Wards Lake Dam?

Wards 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 Wards Lake Dam?

Wards 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 Wards Lake Dam last inspected?

Wards Lake Dam was last inspected on September 13, 2016. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.