Winge Lake Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 10, 2025
Winge Lake Dam, located in Tattnall, Georgia, was completed in 1955 by designer W.
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Summary
S. McCall. This private dam, standing at a height of 22 feet and stretching 560 feet in length, serves primarily for recreational purposes. With a storage capacity of 1375 acre-feet and a normal storage level of 235 acre-feet, the dam sits on Brazells Creek and covers 46 acres of surface area.
Despite being unregulated by the state, Winge Lake Dam undergoes regular inspections with a low hazard potential assessment. The dam's uncontrolled spillway and outlet gates contribute to its moderate risk rating. While it has not been officially rated for condition, the dam's emergency action plan status and risk management measures remain unspecified. The dam's location in the Reidsville West Environs makes it a notable feature for water resource and climate enthusiasts in the area.
Year Completed |
1955 |
Dam Length |
560 |
Dam Height |
22 |
River Or Stream |
BRAZELLS CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
46 |
Nid Storage |
1375 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
22 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Ohoopee River Near Reidsville
|
218cfs |
Altamaha River Near Baxley
|
4930cfs |
Canoochee River Near Claxton
|
83cfs |
Oconee River Near Mount Vernon
|
1610cfs |
Ocmulgee River At Lumber City
|
2940cfs |
Altamaha River At Doctortown
|
5210cfs |
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.
Winge Lake Dam