Talking Rock Creek WS Str #10 is a state-owned earth dam located in Whitestone, Georgia, designed by the Natural Resources Conservation Service.
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It was completed in 1969 for the primary purpose of flood risk reduction along Talona Creek. The dam has a height of 40 feet, a length of 360 feet, and a storage capacity of 1,187 acre-feet, serving a drainage area of 1,600 acres.
With a low hazard potential and a moderate risk assessment score of 3, Talking Rock Creek WS Str #10 has not been rated for its condition assessment. The dam features uncontrolled spillways and outlet gates, and was last inspected in July 2008. Despite not being state-regulated, the dam undergoes inspections every five years to ensure its structural integrity and functionality for flood risk reduction in the region.
Overall, Talking Rock Creek WS Str #10 plays a crucial role in managing flood risks along Talona Creek in Gilmer County, Georgia. Enthusiasts of water resources and climate will find this dam an interesting case study in earth dam design and flood risk reduction strategies, showcasing the collaborative efforts of the state and federal agencies in safeguarding the local community from potential inundation events.
Year Completed |
1969 |
Dam Length |
360 |
Dam Height |
40 |
River Or Stream |
TALONA CRREK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
13 |
Drainage Area |
1600 |
Nid Storage |
1187 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
40 |
| Location | Reservations | Toilets |
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Ridgeway - Carters Lake
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Doll Mountain - Carters Lake
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Harris Branch - Carters Lake
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Woodring Branch - Carters Lake
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