Whitley Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Whitley Lake Dam is classified as unknown in Georgia. It was completed in 2014 and is 12 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 28 ft (taller than 69.6% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 0 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 94 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 59 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 9 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 2014 (12 years old) |
| NID ID | GA07062 |
Safety Information
Hazard potential has not been determined.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
Liechty, Jesse
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Whitley Lake Dam?
Whitley Lake Dam is classified as Unknown. Hazard potential has not been determined. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Whitley Lake Dam?
Whitley Lake Dam is owned by Liechty, Jesse (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Whitley Lake Dam built?
Whitley Lake Dam was completed in 2014, making it 12 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 Whitley Lake Dam?
Whitley 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 Whitley Lake Dam?
Whitley Lake Dam has a dam height of 28 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 Whitley Lake Dam last inspected?
Whitley Lake Dam was last inspected on November 12, 2014. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.