Settingdown Creek Ws Str # 30 A Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Settingdown Creek WS Str # 30 A is a state-regulated earth dam located in the Ducktown Community of Forsyth, Georgia.


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Summary

Built in 1958 by the Natural Resources Conservation Service, this dam serves the primary purpose of flood risk reduction along the Yellow Creek. With a height of 18 feet and a length of 615 feet, the dam has a storage capacity of 204 acre-feet and a surface area of 14 acres.

Despite its critical role in flood control, Settingdown Creek WS Str # 30 A is currently assessed as being in poor condition with a high hazard potential. The last inspection in 2016 revealed that the dam requires significant maintenance and improvements to ensure its structural integrity and safety. With a moderate risk rating of 3, there is a pressing need for enhanced risk management measures and regular inspections to mitigate potential hazards.

As water resource and climate enthusiasts, it is essential to monitor the maintenance and rehabilitation efforts of Settingdown Creek WS Str # 30 A to safeguard the surrounding communities and ecosystem. Collaborative efforts between state agencies, regulators, and stakeholders are crucial in addressing the dam's poor condition and reducing the risk of potential incidents. By staying informed and advocating for proper management practices, we can contribute to the preservation of this vital infrastructure and the protection of water resources in Georgia.

Year Completed

1958

Dam Length

615

Dam Height

18

River Or Stream

YELLOW CREEK

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

14

Nid Storage

204

Outlet Gates

Uncontrolled

Hazard Potential

High

Foundations

Unlisted/Unknown

Nid Height

18
       
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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.