Webster Lake Dam

WHITE CREEK· White, Georgia· Earth· 17 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

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

Physical Details

Dam Height 17 ft (taller than 28.7% in GA)
Dam Length300 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage171 acre-ft
Normal Storage111 acre-ft
Surface Area17 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
NID IDGA00523

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: February 1, 2011
State Regulated: No

Ownership

Webster, H. L.

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Webster Lake Dam?

Webster 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 Webster Lake Dam?

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

What is the primary purpose of Webster Lake Dam?

Webster 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 Webster Lake Dam?

Webster Lake Dam has a dam height of 17 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 Webster Lake Dam last inspected?

Webster Lake Dam was last inspected on February 1, 2011. 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.