Carter's Reservoir, located near Carter's, GA, was created in 1977 as a result of the construction of the Carters Dam.
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The dam was built to control flooding and provide a source of hydroelectric power to the area. The reservoir is fed by the Coosawattee River and has a capacity of 445,000 acre-feet. The hydrology of the reservoir is influenced by both surface flow and snowpack from the nearby Appalachian Mountains. The reservoir is used for agricultural irrigation and is also a popular location for recreational activities such as fishing and boating. In recent years, there has been a push for increased regulation of the lake due to concerns about water quality and the impact of agricultural practices on the surrounding ecosystem.
| Lake Or Reservoir Water Surface Elevation Above Ngvd 1929, Ft 24hr Change | -0.52% |
| Percent of Normal | 100% |
| Minimum |
671.92 ft
2023-01-25 |
| Maximum |
696.6 ft
2017-04-07 |
| Average | 685 ft |
| Dam_Height | 51.5 |
| Hydraulic_Height | 46 |
| Drainage_Area | 520 |
| Year_Completed | 1974 |
| Nid_Storage | 19000 |
| Hazard_Potential | High |
| Structural_Height | 105 |
| River_Or_Stream | COOSAWATTEE RIVER |
| Surface_Area | 870 |
| Dam_Length | 3350 |
| Primary_Dam_Type | Rockfill |
| Nid_Height | 105 |
Coosawattee River At Carters
|
649cfs |
Talking Rock Creek Near Hinton
|
725cfs |
Coosawattee River Near Pine Chapel
|
3710cfs |
Holly Creek Near Chatsworth
|
913cfs |
Coosawattee River Near Ellijay
|
2150cfs |
Fausett Creek Near Talking Rock
|
104cfs |