Wind Water Dam
Key Takeaway
Wind Water Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1968 and is 58 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 26 ft (taller than 62.1% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 450 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 287 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 209 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 19 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1968 (58 years old) |
| NID ID | GA00577 |
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
Ronald J. & Dawn E. Poplawski
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Wind Water Dam?
Wind Water 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 Wind Water Dam?
Wind Water Dam is owned by Ronald J. & Dawn E. Poplawski (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Wind Water Dam built?
Wind Water Dam was completed in 1968, making it 58 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 Wind Water Dam?
Wind Water 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 Wind Water Dam?
Wind Water Dam has a dam height of 26 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 Wind Water Dam last inspected?
Wind Water Dam was last inspected on June 2, 2016. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.