Wendy Lake Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Wendy Lake Dam in White, Georgia, is a private earth dam designed by C.


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Summary

G. WIKE for recreational purposes. The dam stands at 39 feet in height and spans 450 feet in length, with a storage capacity of 210 acre-feet. Despite being uncontrolled, the spillway and outlet gates are in satisfactory condition, with the last inspection conducted in February 2013. The dam is situated on an unknown river or stream and is regulated by the GA-SAFE DAMS PROGRAM, ensuring that it is regularly inspected and maintained to meet safety standards.

Located in the Mobile District, Wendy Lake Dam has a high hazard potential due to its proximity to residential areas and recreational facilities. However, the risk assessment categorizes it as moderate, with a satisfactory condition assessment as of the last inspection in 2013. The dam has not undergone any modifications or emergency action plan updates recently, but it meets regulatory guidelines for state permitting, inspection, and enforcement. Overall, Wendy Lake Dam serves as a vital recreational resource in Georgia, highlighting the importance of proper maintenance and oversight to ensure the safety of surrounding communities and the environment.

Dam Length

450

Dam Height

39

River Or Stream

UNKNOWN

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

14

Drainage Area

410

Nid Storage

210

Outlet Gates

Uncontrolled

Hazard Potential

High

Foundations

Unlisted/Unknown

Nid Height

39
       
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Condition Assessment

Satisfactory
No 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

High
Dams 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.