Whitewater Creek Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Whitewater Creek Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1900 and is 126 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 16 ft (taller than 24.2% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 1,383 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 1.0K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 190 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1900 (126 years old) |
| Year Modified | 1999 |
| NID ID | GA03041 |
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
Macon County
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Whitewater Creek Lake Dam?
Whitewater Creek 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 Creek Lake Dam?
Whitewater Creek Lake Dam is owned by Macon County (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Whitewater Creek Lake Dam built?
Whitewater Creek Lake Dam was completed in 1900, making it 126 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 Creek Lake Dam?
Whitewater Creek 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 Creek Lake Dam?
Whitewater Creek Lake Dam has a dam height of 16 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 Creek Lake Dam last inspected?
Whitewater Creek Lake Dam was last inspected on May 22, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.