Wainwright Lake Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Wainwright Lake Dam, located in Reynolds, Georgia, was completed in 1960 and serves as a recreational resource for the local community.


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Summary

This private earth dam, with a height of 36.8 feet and a hydraulic height of 33.5 feet, has a storage capacity of 426 acre-feet and covers a surface area of 22.5 acres. Despite being unlisted for drainage area, this dam is classified as having a low hazard potential and a moderate risk assessment level, indicating a level of caution in its maintenance and management.

The dam features an uncontrolled spillway and outlet gates, with no associated locks or lock structures. While it is not regulated by the state, it undergoes regular inspections with a frequency of 5 years. The condition assessment is currently listed as "Not Rated," suggesting that further evaluation may be needed to determine the overall structural integrity of the dam. With its scenic location and recreational purpose, Wainwright Lake Dam is a valuable asset to the community, highlighting the importance of proper maintenance and risk management to ensure its continued safety and functionality for water resource and climate enthusiasts alike.

Year Completed

1960

Dam Length

630

Dam Height

36.8

River Or Stream

UNKNOWN

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

22.5

Hydraulic Height

33.5

Nid Storage

426

Outlet Gates

Uncontrolled

Hazard Potential

Low

Foundations

Unlisted/Unknown

Nid Height

37
       
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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.