Woodruff Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Woodruff Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1930 and is 96 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 38 ft (taller than 90.1% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 645 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 374 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 241 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 19 acres |
| Drainage Area | 305 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1930 (96 years old) |
| NID ID | GA02716 |
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
Woodruff, Julie Bond
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Woodruff Lake Dam?
Woodruff 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 Woodruff Lake Dam?
Woodruff Lake Dam is owned by Woodruff, Julie Bond (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Woodruff Lake Dam built?
Woodruff Lake Dam was completed in 1930, making it 96 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 Woodruff Lake Dam?
Woodruff 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 Woodruff Lake Dam?
Woodruff Lake Dam has a dam height of 38 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 Woodruff Lake Dam last inspected?
Woodruff Lake Dam was last inspected on November 1, 2007. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.