William Hayes Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
William Hayes Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1978 and is 48 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 12 ft (taller than 9.4% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 750 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 155 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 74 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 21 acres |
| Drainage Area | 275 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1978 (48 years old) |
| NID ID | GA02975 |
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
Fieldbrook Tift LLC
Private
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What is the hazard classification of William Hayes Lake Dam?
William Hayes 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 William Hayes Lake Dam?
William Hayes Lake Dam is owned by Fieldbrook Tift LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was William Hayes Lake Dam built?
William Hayes Lake Dam was completed in 1978, making it 48 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 William Hayes Lake Dam?
William Hayes Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Irrigation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is William Hayes Lake Dam?
William Hayes Lake Dam has a dam height of 12 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 William Hayes Lake Dam last inspected?
William Hayes Lake Dam was last inspected on November 1, 2010. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.