Wommack Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Wommack Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1962 and is 64 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 14 ft (taller than 16.4% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 500 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 65 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 39 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 11 acres |
| Year Completed | 1962 (64 years old) |
| NID ID | GA02659 |
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
Wommack, Ernest
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Wommack Lake Dam?
Wommack 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 Wommack Lake Dam?
Wommack Lake Dam is owned by Wommack, Ernest (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Wommack Lake Dam built?
Wommack Lake Dam was completed in 1962, making it 64 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 Wommack Lake Dam?
Wommack Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Irrigation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Wommack Lake Dam?
Wommack Lake Dam has a dam height of 14 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.