Wildlife Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Wildlife Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 14 ft (taller than 16.4% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 633 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 114 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 66 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 14 acres |
| Drainage Area | 402 sq mi |
| NID ID | GA00788 |
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
Bridges, Carol A. Strange
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Wildlife Lake Dam?
Wildlife 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 Wildlife Lake Dam?
Wildlife Lake Dam is owned by Bridges, Carol A. Strange (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Wildlife Lake Dam?
Wildlife 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 Wildlife Lake Dam?
Wildlife Lake Dam has a dam height of 14 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 Wildlife Lake Dam last inspected?
Wildlife Lake Dam was last inspected on February 6, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.