Williamson Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Williamson Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1951 and is 75 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 19 ft (taller than 36.5% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 615 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 138 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 88 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 13 acres |
| Year Completed | 1951 (75 years old) |
| NID ID | GA01074 |
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
Hannahatchee Farm Management Co LLC
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Williamson Lake Dam?
Williamson 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 Lake Dam?
Williamson Lake Dam is owned by Hannahatchee Farm Management Co LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Williamson Lake Dam built?
Williamson Lake Dam was completed in 1951, making it 75 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 Lake Dam?
Williamson 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 Lake Dam?
Williamson Lake Dam has a dam height of 19 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 Lake Dam last inspected?
Williamson Lake Dam was last inspected on September 10, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.