Carroll Lake Dam, located in Fannin, Georgia, is a private-owned Earth dam primarily used for recreation purposes.
Wind
Humidity
Standing at a height of 27.6 feet with a hydraulic height of 20 feet, the dam provides a maximum storage capacity of 38 acre-feet and covers a surface area of 3 acres. Despite being uncontrolled, the spillway type ensures the safety of the dam, with a low hazard potential and moderate risk assessment.
Designed by the Natural Resources Conservation Service, the dam was last inspected in July 2009, with a scheduled inspection frequency of every 5 years. While the condition assessment is currently not rated, the risk management measures in place contribute to the overall safety of the structure. With a moderate risk assessment rating of 3, the dam plays a crucial role in managing water resources in the area and offers recreational opportunities for water and climate enthusiasts alike.
Carroll Lake Dam serves as a vital infrastructure in the region, ensuring the conservation and management of water resources while providing a safe and enjoyable recreational environment for visitors. With its strategic location and design by the SCS, the dam stands as a testament to responsible water management practices in the face of changing climate conditions. As an Earth dam with a buttress core type, Carroll Lake Dam exemplifies the harmonious balance between human intervention and environmental preservation in safeguarding water resources for future generations.
Dam Length |
300 |
Dam Height |
27.6 |
River Or Stream |
UNKNOWN |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
3 |
Hydraulic Height |
20 |
Drainage Area |
40 |
Nid Storage |
38 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
28 |
Toccoa River Near Dial
|
279cfs |
Ocoee River At Copperhill
|
301cfs |
Cartecay River Near Ellijay
|
181cfs |
Coosawattee River Near Ellijay
|
311cfs |
Mill Creek Near Crandall
|
11cfs |
Fausett Creek Near Talking Rock
|
19cfs |