Settingdown Creek WS Str # 26, also known as the Coosa Rv Anth.
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Flood Prev. Project, is a state-owned structure located in Forsyth, Georgia. Built in 1958 by the Natural Resources Conservation Service, this earth dam stands at a height of 34 feet and spans a length of 513 feet. With a storage capacity of 266 acre-feet, its primary purpose is flood risk reduction for the area.
Although the dam's hazard potential is classified as low and its condition assessment is not rated, it undergoes inspections every five years to ensure its structural integrity. Despite being uncontrolled, the spillway type and outlet gates are operational. The dam's risk assessment is categorized as moderate, indicating a level 3 risk. Overall, Settingdown Creek WS Str # 26 serves as a crucial infrastructure for managing flood risks in the region and is an essential component of water resource and climate management in Georgia.
Year Completed |
1958 |
Dam Length |
513 |
Dam Height |
34 |
River Or Stream |
UNKNOWN |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
5 |
Nid Storage |
266 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
34 |
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