White Heron Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
White Heron Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1973 and is 53 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 10 ft (taller than 4% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 2,200 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 140 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 65 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 13 acres |
| Drainage Area | 65 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1973 (53 years old) |
| NID ID | GA04811 |
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
Woodland Lakes Property Owners Association
Private
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What is the hazard classification of White Heron Lake Dam?
White Heron 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 White Heron Lake Dam?
White Heron Lake Dam is owned by Woodland Lakes Property Owners Association (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was White Heron Lake Dam built?
White Heron Lake Dam was completed in 1973, making it 53 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 White Heron Lake Dam?
White Heron 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 White Heron Lake Dam?
White Heron Lake Dam has a dam height of 10 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 White Heron Lake Dam last inspected?
White Heron Lake Dam was last inspected on March 2, 2016. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.