Settingdown Creek WS Str # 11, also known as Twin Lakes Dam, is a state-owned structure located in the Twin Lakes Community of Forsyth, Georgia.
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Built in 1958 by the Natural Resources Conservation Service, this earth dam stands at a height of 34 feet and stretches 515 feet in length along the Thalley Creek. Its primary purpose is flood risk reduction, serving as a vital infrastructure for the surrounding area.
Despite being classified as low hazard potential, Settingdown Creek WS Str # 11 has a moderate risk assessment due to its age and limited maintenance history. The last inspection of the dam was conducted in 2005, with an inspection frequency of 5 years. While the dam has not been rated for its condition, it remains a crucial component of the local water resource infrastructure, ensuring flood protection for the community.
With its uncontrolled spillway and outlet gates, Settingdown Creek WS Str # 11 continues to play a key role in managing water flows and reducing flood risks in the region. As climate change poses new challenges to water resource management, the maintenance and inspection of structures like Twin Lakes Dam are essential to safeguarding communities and ecosystems in the face of evolving environmental conditions.
Year Completed |
1958 |
Dam Length |
515 |
Dam Height |
34 |
River Or Stream |
THALLEY CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
58 |
Nid Storage |
1967 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
34 |
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