Weyherhauser Dam, located in Toombs, Georgia, was completed in 1970 and primarily serves the purpose of irrigation.
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This private-owned dam stands at a height of 14 feet and spans 425 feet in length. With a storage capacity of 86 acre-feet, the dam helps regulate water levels for agricultural needs in the region. The dam has a low hazard potential and is categorized as having a moderate risk level.
The structure, made of earth and buttress core types, features uncontrolled spillways and outlet gates. Despite being unlisted for drainage area, the dam covers a surface area of 9 acres and is situated in the vicinity of MT MORIAN CHRUCH ENVIRONS. While the dam is not regulated by the state, it meets the guidelines for emergency action plans and risk management measures. Overall, Weyherhauser Dam plays a crucial role in supporting water resource management in the area and contributes to the local irrigation needs.
Year Completed |
1970 |
Dam Length |
425 |
Dam Height |
14 |
River Or Stream |
UNKNOWN |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
9 |
Nid Storage |
86 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
14 |
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