Wiley Watson Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Wiley Watson Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 25 ft (taller than 58.1% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 246 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 55 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 4 acres |
| Drainage Area | 56 sq mi |
| NID ID | GA04874 |
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
Wiley Watson Homeowners Association
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Wiley Watson Lake Dam?
Wiley Watson 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 Watson Lake Dam?
Wiley Watson Lake Dam is owned by Wiley Watson Homeowners Association (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Wiley Watson Lake Dam?
Wiley Watson 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 Wiley Watson Lake Dam?
Wiley Watson Lake Dam has a dam height of 25 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 Wiley Watson Lake Dam last inspected?
Wiley Watson Lake Dam was last inspected on December 1, 1992. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.