Wright Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Wright Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1953 and is 73 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 13 ft (taller than 12.9% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 150 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 109 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 51 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 15 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1953 (73 years old) |
| NID ID | GA01368 |
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
Bistic Investment LLC
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Wright Lake Dam?
Wright 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 Wright Lake Dam?
Wright Lake Dam is owned by Bistic Investment LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Wright Lake Dam built?
Wright Lake Dam was completed in 1953, making it 73 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 Wright Lake Dam?
Wright 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 Wright Lake Dam?
Wright Lake Dam has a dam height of 13 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 Wright Lake Dam last inspected?
Wright Lake Dam was last inspected on May 7, 2015. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.