Whittington Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Whittington Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1978 and is 48 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 16 ft (taller than 24.2% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 1,630 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 324 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 225 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 30 acres |
| Drainage Area | 360 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1978 (48 years old) |
| NID ID | GA03667 |
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
Ellis Whittington Farms LP
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Whittington Lake Dam?
Whittington 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 Whittington Lake Dam?
Whittington Lake Dam is owned by Ellis Whittington Farms LP (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Whittington Lake Dam built?
Whittington Lake Dam was completed in 1978, making it 48 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 Whittington Lake Dam?
Whittington Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Irrigation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Whittington Lake Dam?
Whittington 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 Whittington Lake Dam last inspected?
Whittington Lake Dam was last inspected on November 1, 2011. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.