City Of Cornelia Raw Water Reservoir Dam #2 Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
City of Cornelia Raw Water Reservoir Dam #2 is a vital earth dam serving as a water supply for the local government in Cornelia, Georgia.
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Summary
Located on Camp Creek in Habersham County, this dam stands at a height of 32 feet with a hydraulic height of 30 feet. With a normal storage capacity of 234.3 acre-feet and a maximum storage of 261.6 acre-feet, this dam plays a crucial role in ensuring water availability for the city.
The dam, designed by Brahana/Geosystems, is regulated by the GA-SAFE DAMS PROGRAM and undergoes regular inspections to maintain its satisfactory condition. Despite being categorized as having a high hazard potential, the risk assessment deems it as moderate. With uncontrolled spillways and outlet gates, the dam is equipped to manage water levels efficiently. However, the emergency action plan status and risk management measures for City of Cornelia Raw Water Reservoir Dam #2 remain unspecified, leaving room for further assessment and improvement to ensure the safety of the surrounding community and water resources.
Overall, City of Cornelia Raw Water Reservoir Dam #2 serves as a crucial infrastructure for water supply in Cornelia, Georgia, with a satisfactory condition and moderate risk assessment. As a key component in the local water management system, ongoing monitoring and potential enhancements to emergency preparedness are essential to ensure the continued safety and reliability of this critical dam structure. For water resource and climate enthusiasts, this dam presents an opportunity to study the intersection of infrastructure, environmental stewardship, and community resilience in the face of changing climate conditions.
Dam Height |
32 |
River Or Stream |
Camp Creek |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
13.4 |
Hydraulic Height |
30 |
Drainage Area |
14.8 |
Nid Storage |
261.6 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
High |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
32 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Chattahoochee River Near Cornelia
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407cfs |
Chattahoochee River Near Leaf
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243cfs |
Tallulah River Ab Powerhouse
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41cfs |
Chattahoochee River At Helen
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69cfs |
Chattooga River Near Clayton
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323cfs |
Chestatee River Near Dahlonega
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199cfs |
Dam Data Reference
Condition Assessment
SatisfactoryNo 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
HighDams 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.
Area Campgrounds
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Lake Russell
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Lake Russell Recreation Area
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Toccoa Falls College RV Park
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City Of Cornelia Raw Water Reservoir Dam #2