Cartecay River WS Str # 1, located in Gilmer, Georgia, is a state-owned dam designed by the Natural Resources Conservation Service in 1973 for flood risk reduction along Rolston Creek.
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This earthen dam stands at a height of 72 feet and spans a length of 822 feet, with a storage capacity of 1,840 acre-feet and a drainage area of 5,882 acres. Despite being uncontrolled, the dam has a low hazard potential and has not been rated for its condition.
The dam has not been modified since its construction and is inspected every 5 years, with the last inspection conducted in January 2017. While it has not been assigned a condition assessment, the risk assessment for Cartecay River WS Str # 1 is moderate. The dam does not have an emergency action plan in place, and there are no inundation maps prepared. Overall, this dam plays a crucial role in mitigating flood risks in the Rolston Creek area, serving as a vital infrastructure for water resource and climate enthusiasts to monitor and assess.
Year Completed |
1973 |
Dam Length |
822 |
Dam Height |
72 |
River Or Stream |
ROLSTON CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
13 |
Drainage Area |
5882 |
Nid Storage |
1840 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
72 |
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|
166cfs |
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|
259cfs |
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|
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|
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