Wiggam Branch Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Wiggam Branch Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1972 and is 54 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 34 ft (taller than 85% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 530 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 712 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 377 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 30 acres |
| Drainage Area | 870 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1972 (54 years old) |
| NID ID | GA02833 |
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
Brannon, Judy
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Wiggam Branch Lake Dam?
Wiggam Branch 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 Wiggam Branch Lake Dam?
Wiggam Branch Lake Dam is owned by Brannon, Judy (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Wiggam Branch Lake Dam built?
Wiggam Branch Lake Dam was completed in 1972, making it 54 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 Wiggam Branch Lake Dam?
Wiggam Branch 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 Wiggam Branch Lake Dam?
Wiggam Branch Lake Dam has a dam height of 34 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 Wiggam Branch Lake Dam last inspected?
Wiggam Branch Lake Dam was last inspected on June 1, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.