Rocky Comfort Creek Ws Str # 45 Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 13, 2025

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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Summary

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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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.