Wiley Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Wiley Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1975 and is 51 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 17 ft (taller than 28.7% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 660 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 70 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 53 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 6 acres |
| Drainage Area | 41 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1975 (51 years old) |
| NID ID | GA02750 |
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
AMMONS, BENJAMIN
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Wiley Lake Dam?
Wiley 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 Wiley Lake Dam?
Wiley Lake Dam is owned by AMMONS, BENJAMIN (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Wiley Lake Dam built?
Wiley Lake Dam was completed in 1975, making it 51 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 Wiley Lake Dam?
Wiley Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond, Other. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Wiley Lake Dam?
Wiley Lake Dam has a dam height of 17 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.