Windmill Plantation Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Windmill Plantation Lake Dam is classified as high hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1985 and is 41 years old. Its primary use is recreation. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 40 ft (taller than 91.5% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 1,455 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 510 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 390 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 35 acres |
| Drainage Area | 325 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1985 (41 years old) |
| NID ID | GA04169 |
Safety Information
Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
Windmill Property Owners Association Inc.
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Windmill Plantation Lake Dam?
Windmill Plantation Lake Dam is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Windmill Plantation Lake Dam?
Windmill Plantation Lake Dam is owned by Windmill Property Owners Association Inc. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Windmill Plantation Lake Dam built?
Windmill Plantation Lake Dam was completed in 1985, making it 41 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 Windmill Plantation Lake Dam?
Windmill Plantation 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 Windmill Plantation Lake Dam?
Windmill Plantation Lake Dam has a dam height of 40 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 Windmill Plantation Lake Dam last inspected?
Windmill Plantation Lake Dam was last inspected on April 25, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.