Wetherbee Lake Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Wetherbee Lake Dam, situated in Sale City, Georgia, serves as a private recreational facility dating back to its completion in 1965.
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Summary
This earth-type dam, standing at a height of 13.4 feet, holds a storage capacity of 158 acre-feet with a normal storage level of 81 acre-feet. The dam's primary purpose is for recreation, catering to water resource and climate enthusiasts seeking opportunities for leisure and outdoor activities.
Although the dam is unregulated by the state and has a low hazard potential, it underwent its last inspection in June 2018, with an inspection frequency of every 5 years. Despite being in moderate risk with a rating of 3, the condition assessment remains unrated. With no emergency action plan in place, the dam continues to offer a safe environment for recreational use, providing an ideal setting for water enthusiasts to enjoy the beauty of nature and engage in various outdoor pursuits.
Year Completed |
1965 |
Dam Length |
740 |
Dam Height |
13.4 |
River Or Stream |
Name unknown |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
18 |
Hydraulic Height |
12.6 |
Drainage Area |
396 |
Nid Storage |
158 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
13 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Flint River At Albany
|
3510cfs |
Flint River At Ga 32
|
4340cfs |
Flint River At Newton
|
4380cfs |
Muckalee Creek At Ga 195
|
419cfs |
Little R At Tifton Worth Co Line Rd
|
0cfs |
Kinchafoonee Creek Near Dawson
|
531cfs |
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.
Wetherbee Lake Dam