Wheatley Lake Dam North, located in Cobb, Georgia, stands as a state-owned structure primarily designated for recreational purposes.
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The dam, completed in 1944, is an earth-type construction with a buttress core, standing at a height of 15.7 feet and a hydraulic height of 14.2 feet. With a normal storage capacity of 72 acre-feet and a maximum storage of 119 acre-feet, the dam spans 750 feet in length and covers a surface area of 16.5 acres. Despite its uncontrolled spillway and outlet gates, the dam's hazard potential is rated as low, with a moderate risk assessment score of 3.
Situated within the Savannah District, Wheatley Lake Dam North has not been regulated by the state but is subject to inspections every five years, with the last one conducted in June 2016. While the dam's condition is listed as not rated, it has not undergone any recent modifications or assessments. With no emergency action plan prepared or inundation maps available, the dam's risk management measures and potential hazards are yet to be fully documented. As a key recreational site in Lee, Georgia, the Wheatley Lake Dam North offers enthusiasts a glimpse into the intersection of water resource management and climate considerations in the region.
Year Completed |
1944 |
Dam Length |
750 |
Dam Height |
15.7 |
River Or Stream |
UNKNOWN |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
16.5 |
Hydraulic Height |
14.2 |
Nid Storage |
119 |
Structural Height |
14.2 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
16 |
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