Woodward Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Woodward Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1979 and is 47 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 19 ft (taller than 36.5% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 1,110 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 164 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 108 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 15 acres |
| Year Completed | 1979 (47 years old) |
| NID ID | GA04345 |
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
Seven Lakes Village Owners Assoc .,Inc
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Woodward Lake Dam?
Woodward 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 Woodward Lake Dam?
Woodward Lake Dam is owned by Seven Lakes Village Owners Assoc .,Inc (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Woodward Lake Dam built?
Woodward Lake Dam was completed in 1979, making it 47 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 Woodward Lake Dam?
Woodward 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 Woodward Lake Dam?
Woodward Lake Dam has a dam height of 19 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 Woodward Lake Dam last inspected?
Woodward Lake Dam was last inspected on September 29, 2016. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.