Sharp Mountain Creek Watershed Structure No 7 Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Sharp Mountain Creek Watershed Structure No 7 is a state-owned earth dam located in Waleska, Georgia, designed by the Natural Resources Conservation Service.


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Summary

Built in 1959 for flood risk reduction, this structure stands at a height of 43.8 feet and has a storage capacity of 361.7 acre-feet. With a drainage area of 600 acres, the dam plays a crucial role in managing water resources in the area, particularly during flood events.

Despite its low hazard potential and moderate risk assessment, Sharp Mountain Creek Watershed Structure No 7 has not been rated for its condition assessment. The dam features an uncontrolled spillway and outlet gates, serving its primary purpose effectively. With regular inspections every 5 years, this structure ensures the safety and security of the surrounding community by mitigating flood risks and managing water flow in the region.

Located in Cherokee County, Georgia, this dam plays a vital role in the local water resource management system. With its historical significance dating back to 1959, Sharp Mountain Creek Watershed Structure No 7 continues to serve as a key infrastructure for flood risk reduction in the area. Climate and water resource enthusiasts will find this structure fascinating for its engineering design and impact on the local ecosystem.

Year Completed

1959

Dam Length

222

Dam Height

43.8

River Or Stream

No name

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

5

Hydraulic Height

37.7

Drainage Area

600

Nid Storage

361.7

Outlet Gates

Uncontrolled

Hazard Potential

Low

Foundations

Unlisted/Unknown

Nid Height

44
       
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Condition Assessment

Satisfactory
No 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

High
Dams 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.