Wilson Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Wilson 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 | 28 ft (taller than 69.6% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 345 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 88 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 61 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 6 acres |
| Drainage Area | 75 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1971 (55 years old) |
| NID ID | GA04903 |
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
Wilson Farms, Inc.
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Wilson Lake Dam?
Wilson 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 Wilson Lake Dam?
Wilson Lake Dam is owned by Wilson Farms, Inc. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Wilson Lake Dam built?
Wilson 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 Wilson Lake Dam?
Wilson 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 Wilson Lake Dam?
Wilson Lake Dam has a dam height of 28 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 Wilson Lake Dam last inspected?
Wilson Lake Dam was last inspected on July 1, 2009. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.