Wessinger Lake Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 13, 2025
Wessinger Lake Dam, located in Carrollton, Georgia, was completed in 1968 by designers Bobby and Bill Stacy.
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Summary
This private dam on Pine Tucky Branch serves multiple purposes, including fire protection, stock, and small fish pond usage. Standing at a height of 15.5 feet with a hydraulic height of 11.3 feet, the dam has a storage capacity of 106.5 acre-feet and covers a surface area of 12.9 acres.
Despite being unregulated by the state, Wessinger Lake Dam has a low hazard potential and a moderate risk assessment rating of 3. While the dam's condition has not been officially rated, it is inspected every five years, with the last inspection taking place in December 2017. The dam features an uncontrolled spillway and outlet gates, indicating a simple yet effective design to manage water flow. With its unique blend of functionality and environmental impact, Wessinger Lake Dam stands as a testament to the importance of sustainable water resource management in the region.
Year Completed |
1968 |
Dam Length |
318 |
Dam Height |
15.5 |
River Or Stream |
PINE TUCKY BRANCH |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
12.9 |
Hydraulic Height |
11.3 |
Drainage Area |
447 |
Nid Storage |
106.5 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
16 |
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Condition Assessment
SatisfactoryNo existing or potential dam safety deficiencies are recognized. Acceptable performance is expected under all loading conditions (static, hydrologic, seismic) in accordance with the minimum applicable state or federal regulatory criteria or tolerable risk guidelines.
Fair
No existing dam safety deficiencies are recognized for normal operating conditions. Rare or extreme hydrologic and/or seismic events may result in a dam safety deficiency. Risk may be in the range to take further action. Note: Rare or extreme event is defined by the regulatory agency based on their minimum
Poor A dam safety deficiency is recognized for normal operating conditions which may realistically occur. Remedial action is necessary. POOR may also be used when uncertainties exist as to critical analysis parameters which identify a potential dam safety deficiency. Investigations and studies are necessary.
Unsatisfactory
A dam safety deficiency is recognized that requires immediate or emergency remedial action for problem resolution.
Not Rated
The dam has not been inspected, is not under state or federal jurisdiction, or has been inspected but, for whatever reason, has not been rated.
Not Available
Dams for which the condition assessment is restricted to approved government users.
Hazard Potential Classification
HighDams assigned the high hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation will probably cause loss of human life.
Significant
Dams assigned the significant hazard potential classification are those dams where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life but can cause economic loss, environment damage, disruption of lifeline facilities, or impact other concerns. Significant hazard potential classification dams are often located in predominantly rural or agricultural areas but could be in areas with population and significant infrastructure.
Low
Dams assigned the low hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life and low economic and/or environmental losses. Losses are principally limited to the owner's property.
Undetermined
Dams for which a downstream hazard potential has not been designated or is not provided.
Not Available
Dams for which the downstream hazard potential is restricted to approved government users.
Wessinger Lake Dam