Whittle Lake Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 13, 2025
Whittle Lake Dam, located in Laurens, Georgia, is a private dam with a primary purpose of fire protection, stock, or a small fish pond.
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Summary
The dam, designed by the Natural Resources Conservation Service, is an earth dam with a buttress core type and stands at a height of 11 feet with a length of 495 feet. It has a storage capacity of 65 acre-feet and serves a drainage area of 152 acres.
Despite being state-regulated, Whittle Lake Dam is considered to have low hazard potential and is currently not rated for its condition. The dam features an uncontrolled spillway and outlet gates, with a moderate risk assessment rating of 3. While the dam has not been inspected recently and lacks an emergency action plan, it remains a crucial structure for its intended purposes and contributes to the water resource management in the area.
Water resource and climate enthusiasts can appreciate Whittle Lake Dam for its role in providing fire protection, supporting aquatic life, and serving as a vital water storage facility. As part of the Savannah District, the dam's presence contributes to the overall ecosystem of the region and highlights the importance of proper dam maintenance and monitoring for sustainable water resource management.
Dam Length |
495 |
Dam Height |
11 |
River Or Stream |
UNKNOWN |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
8 |
Drainage Area |
152 |
Nid Storage |
65 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
11 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Oconee River At Dublin
|
1070cfs |
Ocmulgee River At Hawkinsville
|
2110cfs |
Tucsawhatchee Creek Near Hawkinsville
|
29cfs |
Turnpike Creek Near Mcrae
|
11cfs |
Oconee River Near Oconee
|
895cfs |
Oconee River Near Mount Vernon
|
1340cfs |
Dam Data Reference
Condition Assessment
SatisfactoryNo 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
HighDams 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.
Whittle Lake Dam