Winder Water Reservoir # 2
Key Takeaway
Winder Water Reservoir # 2 is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1988 and is 38 years old. Its primary use is water supply.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 47 ft (taller than 95.1% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 700 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 295 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 200 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 18 acres |
| Year Completed | 1988 (38 years old) |
| NID ID | GA03957 |
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
City of Winder
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Winder Water Reservoir # 2?
Winder Water Reservoir # 2 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 Winder Water Reservoir # 2?
Winder Water Reservoir # 2 is owned by City of Winder (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Winder Water Reservoir # 2 built?
Winder Water Reservoir # 2 was completed in 1988, making it 38 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 Winder Water Reservoir # 2?
Winder Water Reservoir # 2 serves the following purposes: Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Winder Water Reservoir # 2?
Winder Water Reservoir # 2 has a dam height of 47 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 Winder Water Reservoir # 2 last inspected?
Winder Water Reservoir # 2 was last inspected on April 1, 1997. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.