Wren Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Wren Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1950 and is 76 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 28 ft (taller than 69.6% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 338 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 62 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 39 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 5 acres |
| Drainage Area | 14 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1950 (76 years old) |
| NID ID | GA03713 |
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
Callaway Gardens
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Wren Lake Dam?
Wren 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 Wren Lake Dam?
Wren Lake Dam is owned by Callaway Gardens (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Wren Lake Dam built?
Wren Lake Dam was completed in 1950, making it 76 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 Wren Lake Dam?
Wren 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 Wren Lake Dam?
Wren Lake Dam has a dam height of 28 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 Wren Lake Dam last inspected?
Wren Lake Dam was last inspected on March 9, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.