Woodward Lake Dam, located in Butts, Georgia, was completed in 1979 and stands at a height of 19 feet.
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The dam, primarily designed for recreation, is an earth dam with a buttress core type. It has a storage capacity of 164 acre-feet, with a normal storage level of 108 acre-feet. The dam spans 1,110 feet in length and covers an area of 15 acres.
Despite its low hazard potential, Woodward Lake Dam is subject to periodic inspections, with the last one conducted in September 2016. The dam has an uncontrolled spillway and outlet gates, reflecting its simple design. The risk assessment for the dam is moderate, indicating a potential for some risk. While the condition assessment is currently not rated, the dam's risk management measures and emergency preparedness plans are not clearly outlined in the available data. For water resource and climate enthusiasts, Woodward Lake Dam presents an interesting case study in dam construction, design, and risk management in the state of Georgia.
Year Completed |
1979 |
Dam Length |
1110 |
Dam Height |
19 |
River Or Stream |
UNKNOWN |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
15 |
Nid Storage |
164 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
19 |
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1640cfs |
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215cfs |
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28cfs |
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24cfs |
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4cfs |
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|
271cfs |
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