Wohlwender Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Wohlwender Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1969 and is 57 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 22 ft (taller than 47% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 120 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 687 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 145 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 32 acres |
| Drainage Area | 3,103 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1969 (57 years old) |
| NID ID | GA03276 |
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
Wohlwender Estate Properties, LLC
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Wohlwender Lake Dam?
Wohlwender 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 Wohlwender Lake Dam?
Wohlwender Lake Dam is owned by Wohlwender Estate Properties, LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Wohlwender Lake Dam built?
Wohlwender Lake Dam was completed in 1969, making it 57 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 Wohlwender Lake Dam?
Wohlwender 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 Wohlwender Lake Dam?
Wohlwender Lake Dam has a dam height of 22 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 Wohlwender Lake Dam last inspected?
Wohlwender Lake Dam was last inspected on May 19, 2016. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.