Whitewater Club Lake Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Whitewater Club Lake Dam, located in Clyattville, Georgia, is a private earth dam constructed in 1950 on Whitewater Creek.


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Summary

The dam primarily serves the purpose of recreation, with a normal storage capacity of 592 acre-feet and a maximum storage of 1458 acre-feet. The dam stands at a height of 13 feet and spans a length of 380 feet, creating a surface area of 148 acres.

Although the dam is classified as having a low hazard potential, it is not regulated by the state and does not have a state permit for operation. Despite its uncontrolled spillway and outlet gates, the dam has undergone regular inspections, with the last inspection conducted in April 2014. The risk assessment for Whitewater Club Lake Dam is moderate, indicating the need for ongoing monitoring and risk management measures to ensure the safety and stability of the structure.

For water resource and climate enthusiasts, Whitewater Club Lake Dam presents an intriguing case study of a privately owned recreational dam in Georgia. The dam's location on Whitewater Creek, its earth construction, and its historical significance as a recreational site make it a unique and valuable asset to the local community. As climate change continues to impact water resources and infrastructure, understanding the management and maintenance of dams like Whitewater Club Lake Dam becomes increasingly important for ensuring the safety and sustainability of our water systems.

Year Completed

1950

Dam Length

380

Dam Height

13

River Or Stream

WHITEWATER CREEK

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

148

Hydraulic Height

13.2

Drainage Area

1500

Nid Storage

1458

Outlet Gates

Uncontrolled

Hazard Potential

Low

Foundations

Unlisted/Unknown

Nid Height

13
       
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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.