Winding Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Winding Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 18 ft (taller than 32.5% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 350 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 158 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 74 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 16 acres |
| NID ID | GA05941 |
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
Winding Lake Property Owners Association
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Winding Lake Dam?
Winding 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 Winding Lake Dam?
Winding Lake Dam is owned by Winding Lake Property Owners Association (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Winding Lake Dam?
Winding 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 Winding Lake Dam?
Winding Lake Dam has a dam height of 18 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 Winding Lake Dam last inspected?
Winding Lake Dam was last inspected on February 19, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.