Williamson Farm Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Williamson Farm Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1982 and is 44 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 14 ft (taller than 16.4% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 585 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 102 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 63 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 11 acres |
| Drainage Area | 155 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1982 (44 years old) |
| NID ID | GA05249 |
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
J. S. Williamson Farms
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Williamson Farm Lake Dam?
Williamson Farm 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 Williamson Farm Lake Dam?
Williamson Farm Lake Dam is owned by J. S. Williamson Farms (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Williamson Farm Lake Dam built?
Williamson Farm Lake Dam was completed in 1982, making it 44 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 Williamson Farm Lake Dam?
Williamson Farm 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 Williamson Farm Lake Dam?
Williamson Farm 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 Williamson Farm Lake Dam last inspected?
Williamson Farm Lake Dam was last inspected on January 1, 2003. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.