Woody Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Woody Lake Dam is classified as high hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1931 and is 95 years old. Its primary use is recreation. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 30 ft (taller than 76% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 175 ft |
| Dam Type | Gravity |
| Max Storage | 299 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 213 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 40 acres |
| Drainage Area | 639 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1931 (95 years old) |
| NID ID | GA02052 |
Safety Information
Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
Mrs. Miriam White
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Woody Lake Dam?
Woody Lake Dam is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Woody Lake Dam?
Woody Lake Dam is owned by Mrs. Miriam White (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Woody Lake Dam built?
Woody Lake Dam was completed in 1931, making it 95 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 Woody Lake Dam?
Woody 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 Woody Lake Dam?
Woody Lake Dam has a dam height of 30 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 Woody Lake Dam last inspected?
Woody Lake Dam was last inspected on December 14, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.