Etowah River Ws Str # 13 Reservoir Report
Last Updated: February 21, 2026
Etowah River WS Str # 13 is a local government-owned earth dam located in Dawsonville, Georgia, along Russell Creek.
Summary
Built in 1963 by the Natural Resources Conservation Service, this dam serves primarily for flood risk reduction purposes, with a height of 51 feet and a storage capacity of 654 acre-feet. The dam has a low hazard potential and has not been rated for its condition assessment.
Despite being uncontrolled, the spillway type and outlet gates at Etowah River WS Str # 13 contribute to its moderate risk level. The dam has a history of inspections, with the last one conducted in March 2016, and is due for another inspection in five years. With its strategic location and design features, this dam plays a crucial role in managing water resources in the area and ensuring the safety of nearby communities during flood events. For water resource and climate enthusiasts, Etowah River WS Str # 13 represents a significant infrastructure project that highlights the importance of effective flood risk reduction measures in the face of changing climate patterns.
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Year Completed |
1963 |
Dam Length |
380 |
Dam Height |
51 |
River Or Stream |
RUSSELL CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
12 |
Hydraulic Height |
46 |
Drainage Area |
2097 |
Nid Storage |
654 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
51 |
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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.
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