Willingham Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Willingham Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1971 and is 55 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 19 ft (taller than 36.5% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 740 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 476 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 300 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 40 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1,010 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1971 (55 years old) |
| NID ID | GA03446 |
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
Hemphill, Dearl L.
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Willingham Lake Dam?
Willingham 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 Willingham Lake Dam?
Willingham Lake Dam is owned by Hemphill, Dearl L. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Willingham Lake Dam built?
Willingham Lake Dam was completed in 1971, making it 55 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 Willingham Lake Dam?
Willingham 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 Willingham Lake Dam?
Willingham 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 Willingham Lake Dam last inspected?
Willingham Lake Dam was last inspected on June 14, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.