BUTLER CREEK RESERVOIR AT FORT GORDON

RESERVOIR LEVELS USGS 02196838
April 24, 2025


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Butler Reservoir, also known as Fort Gordon Reservoir Dam, is a Federal-owned water storage facility located in Augusta, Georgia. Built in 1970 by the US Army, its primary purpose is irrigation, serving as a crucial resource for the surrounding area. The reservoir has a maximum storage capacity of 2,619 acre-feet, with a normal storage level of 1,009 acre-feet and a surface area of 98 acres.

With a dam height of 45 feet and a hydraulic height of 42 feet, Butler Reservoir poses a high hazard potential due to its size and location. Despite its age, the condition assessment of the dam is not available, highlighting the need for regular inspections and maintenance. The reservoir is equipped with an uncontrolled spillway with a width of 300 feet to manage excess water during heavy rainfall events. Overall, Butler Reservoir plays a critical role in supporting agricultural activities in the region and underscores the importance of proper management and monitoring of water resources in the face of changing climate conditions.

Elevation Of Reservoir Water Surface Above Datum, Ft 24hr Change 0.07%
Percent of Normal 100%
Minimum 24.37 ft
2022-07-27
Maximum 45.89 ft
2019-08-31
Average 28 ft
Dam_Height 45
Hydraulic_Height 42
Drainage_Area 13
Year_Completed 1970
Nid_Storage 2619
Hazard_Potential High
Structural_Height 42
Primary_Dam_Type Earth
River_Or_Stream Butler Creek
Foundations Unlisted/Unknown
Surface_Area 98
Outlet_Gates None
Dam_Length 760
Nid_Height 45
       
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