Wood Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Wood Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 50 ft (taller than 95.9% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 0 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 460 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 307 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 20 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| NID ID | GA06853 |
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
Wood, Homer W. Jr.
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Wood Lake Dam?
Wood 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 Wood Lake Dam?
Wood Lake Dam is owned by Wood, Homer W. Jr. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
How tall is Wood Lake Dam?
Wood Lake Dam has a dam height of 50 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 Wood Lake Dam last inspected?
Wood Lake Dam was last inspected on August 1, 2009. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.