Weyrehasuer Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Weyrehasuer Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 26 ft (taller than 62.1% in GA) |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 164 acre-ft |
| NID ID | GA05622 |
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
Weyerhaeuser Timber Company
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Weyrehasuer Lake Dam?
Weyrehasuer 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 Weyrehasuer Lake Dam?
Weyrehasuer Lake Dam is owned by Weyerhaeuser Timber Company (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Weyrehasuer Lake Dam?
Weyrehasuer 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 Weyrehasuer Lake Dam?
Weyrehasuer Lake Dam has a dam height of 26 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 Weyrehasuer Lake Dam last inspected?
Weyrehasuer Lake Dam was last inspected on December 6, 2016. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.