W.J. Wilson Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
W.J. Wilson Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1956 and is 70 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 18 ft (taller than 32.5% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 765 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 162 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 97 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 12 acres |
| Drainage Area | 218 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1956 (70 years old) |
| NID ID | GA02940 |
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
W.J. Wilson Jr.
Private
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What is the hazard classification of W.J. Wilson Lake Dam?
W.J. 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 W.J. Wilson Lake Dam?
W.J. Wilson Lake Dam is owned by W.J. Wilson Jr. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was W.J. Wilson Lake Dam built?
W.J. Wilson Lake Dam was completed in 1956, making it 70 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 W.J. Wilson Lake Dam?
W.J. 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 W.J. Wilson Lake Dam?
W.J. Wilson 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 W.J. Wilson Lake Dam last inspected?
W.J. Wilson Lake Dam was last inspected on October 18, 2016. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.