Warren Upper Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Warren Upper Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1973 and is 53 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 16 ft (taller than 24.2% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 450 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 140 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 86 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 15 acres |
| Drainage Area | 308 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1973 (53 years old) |
| NID ID | GA03495 |
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
Water Oak Plantation LLC
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Warren Upper Lake Dam?
Warren Upper 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 Warren Upper Lake Dam?
Warren Upper Lake Dam is owned by Water Oak Plantation LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Warren Upper Lake Dam built?
Warren Upper 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 Warren Upper Lake Dam?
Warren Upper Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Irrigation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Warren Upper Lake Dam?
Warren Upper Lake Dam has a dam height of 16 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 Warren Upper Lake Dam last inspected?
Warren Upper Lake Dam was last inspected on July 28, 2016. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.