Weaver Lake Dam

LANAHASSEE CREEK· Marion, Georgia· Earth· 20 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Weaver 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 Length450 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage126 acre-ft
Normal Storage84 acre-ft
Surface Area10 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
NID IDGA03271

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: October 18, 2017
State Regulated: No

Ownership

Weaver, Welsey

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Weaver Lake Dam?

Weaver 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 Weaver Lake Dam?

Weaver Lake Dam is owned by Weaver, Welsey (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Weaver Lake Dam?

Weaver 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 Weaver Lake Dam?

Weaver 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 Weaver Lake Dam last inspected?

Weaver Lake Dam was last inspected on October 18, 2017. 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.