Whitehead Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Whitehead Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1965 and is 61 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 29 ft (taller than 73.2% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 300 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 108 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 75 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 8 acres |
| Year Completed | 1965 (61 years old) |
| NID ID | GA04877 |
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
Whitehead, Berthine
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Whitehead Lake Dam?
Whitehead 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 Whitehead Lake Dam?
Whitehead Lake Dam is owned by Whitehead, Berthine (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Whitehead Lake Dam built?
Whitehead Lake Dam was completed in 1965, making it 61 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 Whitehead Lake Dam?
Whitehead 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 Whitehead Lake Dam?
Whitehead Lake Dam has a dam height of 29 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 Whitehead Lake Dam last inspected?
Whitehead Lake Dam was last inspected on April 12, 2016. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.