Lower Woodley Lake Dam in Tiger, Georgia is a private dam designed by Ed Alexander and completed in 1989 for recreational purposes.
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The dam is an earth type structure with a height of 21.8 feet and a storage capacity of 7.1 acre-feet. Situated on Friday Creek, the dam serves as a popular spot for outdoor enthusiasts seeking opportunities for water-based activities in Rabun County.
Despite being unregulated by the state, Lower Woodley Lake Dam has a low hazard potential and is currently rated as "Not Rated" in terms of condition assessment. The dam features an uncontrolled spillway and outlet gates, highlighting its simple yet effective design. With a moderate risk assessment score of 3, the dam's risk management measures and emergency preparedness status are unknown, posing potential challenges for the surrounding community in case of a critical event.
Overall, Lower Woodley Lake Dam presents a captivating opportunity for water resource and climate enthusiasts to explore the intersection of recreational infrastructure and environmental safety. As a privately owned structure in a picturesque setting, the dam's unique characteristics and risk profile offer valuable insights into the complexities of managing water resources in a rapidly changing climate.
Year Completed |
1989 |
Dam Height |
21.8 |
River Or Stream |
Friday Creek |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
0.6 |
Nid Storage |
7.1 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
22 |
Chattooga River Near Clayton
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323cfs |
Tallulah River Ab Powerhouse
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41cfs |
Tallulah River Near Clayton
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135cfs |
Chattahoochee River At Helen
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69cfs |
Little Tennessee River Near Prentiss
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245cfs |
Chattahoochee River Near Leaf
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243cfs |
| Location | Reservations | Toilets |
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Tallulah Gorge State Park
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Black Rock Mountain State Park
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Rabun Beach
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Lake Rabun Beach Recreation Area
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Pear Tree Hill Group Camp
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Seed Campground
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Earl's Ford to Route 76 (Section 3)
Confluence Of Brasstown Creek And Little Brasstown Creek Just South Of Brasstown Falls Road (Fs 751) To Confluence Of Mill Branch, Brasstown Creek And Boatwright Creek Near Boatwright Road (Fs 753)
Crpssing Of Land Bridge Road, Sc 196 To 1/4 Mile Below Fs 745 And Cassidy Bridge Hunt Camp
South Of Cedar Creek Rifle Range To Confluence With Chauga River
1/4 Mile Below Fs 745 And Cassidy Bridge Hunt Camp To Confluence Of Cedar Creek