Weeks Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Weeks Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1964 and is 62 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 19 ft (taller than 36.5% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 435 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 121 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 55 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 10 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1964 (62 years old) |
| NID ID | GA02661 |
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
Weeks, L.A.
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Weeks Lake Dam?
Weeks 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 Weeks Lake Dam?
Weeks Lake Dam is owned by Weeks, L.A. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Weeks Lake Dam built?
Weeks Lake Dam was completed in 1964, making it 62 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 Weeks Lake Dam?
Weeks 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 Weeks Lake Dam?
Weeks Lake Dam has a dam height of 19 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 Weeks Lake Dam last inspected?
Weeks Lake Dam was last inspected on February 1, 2003. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.