W.J. Wilson Lake Dam
Georgia — Ben Hill County
Location
| State | Georgia |
| County | Ben Hill |
| Coordinates | 31.78333, -83.16111 |
Physical Characteristics
| NID Height | 21 ft |
| Dam Height | 18 ft |
| Dam Length | 765 ft |
| NID Storage | 162 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 162 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 12 acres |
Safety Classification
| Hazard Potential | Low |
| Condition Assessment | Not Rated |
| EAP Status | Not Required |
| Last Inspection | October 18, 2016 |
| Inspection Frequency | 5 |
Dam Information
| Year Completed | 1956 |
| Primary Purpose | Recreation |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Owner Type | Private |
| Owner | W.J. Wilson Jr. |
Location Map
About This Dam Record
Dam safety data is maintained by the Army Corps of Engineers National Inventory of Dams (NID). High-hazard dams are those where failure could cause loss of life or major property damage downstream.