Barber Creek Ws Str # 9 Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Barber Creek WS Str # 9 is a state-owned earth dam located in Barrow, Georgia, near the city of Statham.


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Summary

Built in 1960 with a primary purpose of flood risk reduction, this dam stands at a height of 30 feet and has a length of 484 feet. With a storage capacity of 727 acre-feet and a surface area of 14 acres, Barber Creek WS Str # 9 plays a crucial role in managing water resources in the area.

Despite its low hazard potential, Barber Creek WS Str # 9 has a moderate risk rating, indicating the need for proper risk management measures to ensure its continued functionality and safety. The dam is inspected every five years, with the last inspection conducted in March 2016. While the condition assessment is currently listed as "Not Rated," ongoing monitoring and maintenance are essential to address any potential issues and maintain the dam's integrity.

Managed by the Natural Resources Conservation Service, Barber Creek WS Str # 9 serves as a vital infrastructure for flood control in the region. With its strategic location and significant storage capacity, this dam plays a critical role in protecting the surrounding areas from potential flooding events. As water resource and climate enthusiasts, staying informed about the condition and management of Barber Creek WS Str # 9 is essential for ensuring the sustainable utilization of this valuable water resource.

Year Completed

1960

Dam Length

484

Dam Height

30

River Or Stream

UNKNOWN

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

14

Nid Storage

727

Outlet Gates

Uncontrolled

Hazard Potential

Low

Foundations

Unlisted/Unknown

Nid Height

30
       
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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.