Winship Lake Dam, located in Pike, Georgia, is a privately owned structure primarily used for recreation.
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Completed in 1970, this earth dam stands at a height of 10 feet and has a hydraulic height of 11 feet. It spans a length of 645 feet and has a storage capacity of 62 acre-feet, with a normal storage level of 26 acre-feet. The dam has a low hazard potential and is currently rated as in "Not Rated" condition.
Despite not being regulated by the state, Winship Lake Dam serves as a popular spot for outdoor activities in the Pedenville Environs area. The surrounding surface area of the lake is 6 acres, offering visitors a tranquil environment for fishing, boating, and other recreational pursuits. With its uncontrolled spillway and outlet gates, the dam poses a moderate risk level (3) and may benefit from further risk management measures to ensure its continued safety and functionality. While the dam has not been inspected in recent times and lacks certain emergency preparedness measures, its role in providing recreational opportunities in the region remains significant.
Year Completed |
1970 |
Dam Length |
645 |
Dam Height |
10 |
River Or Stream |
UNKNOWN |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
6 |
Hydraulic Height |
11 |
Nid Storage |
62 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
11 |
Flint River Near Griffin
|
341cfs |
Shoal Creek At Shoal Creek Rd
|
17cfs |
Line Creek Near Senoia
|
24cfs |
Flint River Near Lovejoy
|
95cfs |
Pates Creek At Buster Lewis Rd Near Flippen
|
5cfs |
Flint River Near Culloden
|
1240cfs |