Widgeon Lake Dam

Name unknown· Muscogee, Georgia· Earth· 20 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Widgeon Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 20 ft (taller than 40.1% in GA)
Dam Length255 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage120 acre-ft
Normal Storage72 acre-ft
Surface Area11 acres
Drainage Area395 sq mi
NID IDGA05183

Safety Information

Low Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: April 17, 2018
State Regulated: No

Ownership

Beaver Run Home Association

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Widgeon Lake Dam?

Widgeon 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 Widgeon Lake Dam?

Widgeon Lake Dam is owned by Beaver Run Home Association (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Widgeon Lake Dam?

Widgeon 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 Widgeon Lake Dam?

Widgeon Lake Dam has a dam height of 20 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 Widgeon Lake Dam last inspected?

Widgeon Lake Dam was last inspected on April 17, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.