Wohlwender Lake Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Located in Andersonville, Georgia, the Wohlwender Lake Dam is a privately owned structure that serves primarily for recreation purposes.


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Summary

Completed in 1969, this earth dam stands at a height of 22.1 feet and has a storage capacity of 686.6 acre-feet. The dam overlooks the picturesque Sweetwater Creek and offers visitors a serene setting for outdoor activities such as fishing and boating.

With a low hazard potential and a moderate risk assessment rating, the Wohlwender Lake Dam has not been inspected since May 2016, with a scheduled inspection frequency of every 5 years. Despite its uncontrolled spillway and outlet gates, the dam maintains a satisfactory condition assessment and has not been rated for emergency action preparedness. Although it falls under state jurisdiction, the dam is not regulated by the state, highlighting the importance of regular maintenance and monitoring by the private owner to ensure the safety and integrity of this recreational structure.

Year Completed

1969

Dam Length

120

Dam Height

22.1

River Or Stream

SWEETWATER CREEK

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

32.2

Hydraulic Height

19.6

Drainage Area

3103

Nid Storage

686.6

Outlet Gates

Uncontrolled

Hazard Potential

Low

Foundations

Unlisted/Unknown

Nid Height

22
       
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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.