Whitewater Club Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Whitewater Club Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1950 and is 76 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 13 ft (taller than 12.9% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 380 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 1.5K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 592 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 148 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1,500 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1950 (76 years old) |
| NID ID | GA01586 |
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
Whitewater Hunting & Fishing Club
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Whitewater Club Lake Dam?
Whitewater Club 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 Whitewater Club Lake Dam?
Whitewater Club Lake Dam is owned by Whitewater Hunting & Fishing Club (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Whitewater Club Lake Dam built?
Whitewater Club Lake Dam was completed in 1950, making it 76 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 Whitewater Club Lake Dam?
Whitewater Club 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 Whitewater Club Lake Dam?
Whitewater Club Lake Dam has a dam height of 13 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 Whitewater Club Lake Dam last inspected?
Whitewater Club Lake Dam was last inspected on April 17, 2014. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.