Waters Lake Dam

Bulloch, Georgia· Built 1999· Earth· 15 ft tall
Low Hazard Private

Key Takeaway

Waters Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1999 and is 27 years old.

Physical Details

Dam Height 15 ft (taller than 20.3% in GA)
Dam Length600 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage301 acre-ft
Normal Storage220 acre-ft
Surface Area20 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Year Completed1999 (27 years old)
NID IDGA07769

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: May 18, 2016
State Regulated: No

Ownership

FAIRVIEW FARMS INC

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Waters Lake Dam?

Waters 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 Waters Lake Dam?

Waters Lake Dam is owned by FAIRVIEW FARMS INC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Waters Lake Dam built?

Waters Lake Dam was completed in 1999, making it 27 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.

How tall is Waters Lake Dam?

Waters Lake Dam has a dam height of 15 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 Waters Lake Dam last inspected?

Waters Lake Dam was last inspected on May 18, 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.