Rocky Comfort Creek WS Str # 45, located in Warren, Georgia, is a state-regulated earth dam designed by the Natural Resources Conservation Service in 1964 for the primary purpose of flood risk reduction along the Rocky Comfort stream.
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With a height of 42 feet and a length of 1162 feet, this dam has a storage capacity of 2967 acre-feet and covers a surface area of 91 acres. Despite being classified as having a high hazard potential, the dam is currently assessed to be in fair condition as of the last inspection in February 2017.
The dam features an uncontrolled spillway and outlet gates, with a moderate risk assessment rating of 3. Although the dam has not been modified in recent years and does not have a designated Emergency Action Plan (EAP) or inundation maps prepared, it is inspected every two years to ensure its structural integrity and safety. The surrounding area is monitored for potential risks, and the dam is under the jurisdiction of the GA-SAFE DAMS PROGRAM for enforcement and permitting purposes. Water resource and climate enthusiasts can appreciate the vital role that Rocky Comfort Creek WS Str # 45 plays in managing flood risks and protecting the local community from potential water-related disasters.
Year Completed |
1964 |
Dam Length |
1162 |
Dam Height |
42 |
River Or Stream |
ROCKY COMFORT |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
91 |
Nid Storage |
2967 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
High |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
42 |
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A.H. Stephens State Park
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RV/Tent Camping
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Pioneer Camping Area
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Equestrian Camping
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