Woodard Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Woodard Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 10 ft (taller than 4% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 370 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 138 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 46 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 18 acres |
| NID ID | GA04648 |
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
Yawn Farms Inc. C/O Joseph Allen Yawn Jr.
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Woodard Lake Dam?
Woodard 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 Woodard Lake Dam?
Woodard Lake Dam is owned by Yawn Farms Inc. C/O Joseph Allen Yawn Jr. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Woodard Lake Dam?
Woodard 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 Woodard Lake Dam?
Woodard Lake Dam has a dam height of 10 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 Woodard Lake Dam last inspected?
Woodard Lake Dam was last inspected on September 10, 2014. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.