Weatherby Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Weatherby Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1985 and is 41 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 28 ft (taller than 69.6% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 198 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 45 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 28 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 3 acres |
| Year Completed | 1985 (41 years old) |
| NID ID | GA04090 |
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
Estate of Weatherby, Alex
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Weatherby Lake Dam?
Weatherby 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 Weatherby Lake Dam?
Weatherby Lake Dam is owned by Estate of Weatherby, Alex (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Weatherby Lake Dam built?
Weatherby Lake Dam was completed in 1985, making it 41 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 Weatherby Lake Dam?
Weatherby 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 Weatherby Lake Dam?
Weatherby Lake Dam has a dam height of 28 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 Weatherby Lake Dam last inspected?
Weatherby Lake Dam was last inspected on April 3, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.