Cartecay River Ws Str # 10 Reservoir Report
Nearby: Penland Lake Dam Edmondson Lake Dam
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Cartecay River Watershed Structure #10, located in Gilmer, Georgia, serves as a crucial flood risk reduction infrastructure along Licklog Creek.
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Summary
Built in 1960, this earth dam stands at a height of 40 feet and stretches 433 feet in length, providing a storage capacity of 494 acre-feet. Despite its uncontrolled spillway and high hazard potential, the dam remains in a not rated condition as of the last inspection in January 2017.
Managed by the Georgia-SAFE DAMS Program, this state-regulated structure undergoes regular inspections, permitting, and enforcement to ensure the safety of the surrounding Cartecay Church Community. With a moderate risk assessment score of 3, there are no emergency action plans in place as of the latest data update in May 2021. The dam's primary purpose of flood risk reduction highlights its vital role in protecting the local area from potential inundation, making it a key asset in water resource management and climate resilience efforts within the region.
As water resource and climate enthusiasts, monitoring the condition and risk management measures of Cartecay River WS Str #10 is essential in safeguarding the community and ecosystem it serves. With its historical significance and ongoing regulatory oversight by state authorities, this structure stands as a testament to the importance of proactive dam maintenance and emergency preparedness in the face of changing environmental conditions. Stay tuned for updates on this critical infrastructure and its impact on water management in the Cartecay River watershed.
Year Completed |
1960 |
Dam Length |
433 |
Dam Height |
40 |
River Or Stream |
LICKLOG CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
28 |
Drainage Area |
625 |
Nid Storage |
494 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
High |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
40 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Cartecay River Near Ellijay
|
181cfs |
Fausett Creek Near Talking Rock
|
19cfs |
Coosawattee River Near Ellijay
|
311cfs |
Toccoa River Near Dial
|
279cfs |
Talking Rock Creek Near Hinton
|
84cfs |
Amicalola Creek Near Dawsonville
|
112cfs |
Dam Data Reference
Condition Assessment
SatisfactoryNo 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
HighDams 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.
Area Campgrounds
| Location | Reservations | Toilets |
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Amicalola Mountain
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Amicalola Falls State Park
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Rocky Ford Campsite
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Cartecay River Ws Str # 10