Whaley Lake Dam

Unknown· Randolph, Georgia· Earth· 22 ft tall
Low Hazard Irrigation Private

Key Takeaway

Whaley Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. Its primary use is irrigation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 22 ft (taller than 47% in GA)
Dam Length690 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage357 acre-ft
Normal Storage185 acre-ft
Surface Area26 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
NID IDGA03570

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: July 1, 2009
State Regulated: No

Ownership

Weyerhaeuser Company

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Whaley Lake Dam?

Whaley 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 Whaley Lake Dam?

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

What is the primary purpose of Whaley Lake Dam?

Whaley Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Irrigation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Whaley Lake Dam?

Whaley Lake Dam has a dam height of 22 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 Whaley Lake Dam last inspected?

Whaley Lake Dam was last inspected on July 1, 2009. 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.