Etowah River Reach Ws Str # 22 Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

The Etowah River Reach WS Str # 22 is a state-regulated earth dam located in Dawsonville, Georgia, with a primary purpose of flood risk reduction.


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Summary

Built in 1962 by the Natural Resources Conservation Service, this buttress-type dam stands at a height of 43 feet and has a length of 237 feet, providing storage capacity of 307 acre-feet. The dam's condition is assessed as fair, with a high hazard potential and a moderate risk rating.

Managed by the Georgia SAFE DAMS Program, the Etowah River Reach WS Str # 22 is inspected regularly to ensure its structural integrity and compliance with state regulations. Despite its age, the dam continues to serve as a vital component in mitigating flood risks in the area. With its uncontrolled spillway and outlet gates, the dam plays a crucial role in managing water flow and protecting downstream areas from potential inundation.

For water resource and climate enthusiasts, the Etowah River Reach WS Str # 22 represents a significant engineering feat in flood control and water management. Its presence along the Etowah River underscores the importance of effective dam infrastructure in safeguarding communities from the impacts of extreme weather events. As efforts continue to monitor and maintain this critical structure, its role in protecting lives and property remains essential in the face of evolving environmental challenges.

Year Completed

1962

Dam Length

237

Dam Height

43

River Or Stream

UNKNOWN

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

10

Nid Storage

307

Outlet Gates

Uncontrolled

Hazard Potential

High

Foundations

Unlisted/Unknown

Nid Height

43
       
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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.