Will White's Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Will White's Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 21 ft (taller than 43.5% in GA) |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 153 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 102 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 15 acres |
| NID ID | GA06242 |
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
Heard, Elizabeth D.
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Will White's Lake Dam?
Will White's 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 Will White's Lake Dam?
Will White's Lake Dam is owned by Heard, Elizabeth D. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Will White's Lake Dam?
Will White's 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 Will White's Lake Dam?
Will White's Lake Dam has a dam height of 21 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 Will White's Lake Dam last inspected?
Will White's Lake Dam was last inspected on April 18, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.