Grandview Lake Dam in Jasper, Georgia, is a significant earth dam built in 1946 by L.E.
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Norsworthy for recreational purposes on Champion Creek. Standing at 93 feet high and spanning 600 feet in length, the dam has a storage capacity of 2,572 acre-feet and covers a surface area of 71 acres. Despite its high hazard potential, the dam is currently in satisfactory condition and is regularly inspected by the Georgia-SAFE DAMS PROGRAM to ensure public safety.
Located in Pickens County, Grandview Lake Dam is owned by the local government and is regulated by the Georgia state regulatory agency. The dam's primary purpose is for recreation, offering a tranquil environment for water resource and climate enthusiasts to enjoy. With its uncontrolled spillway and outlet gates, the dam presents a moderate risk level (3) and is equipped with emergency action plans in case of unforeseen events. As a prominent feature in the area, Grandview Lake Dam serves as a vital resource for both the community and the environment.
Year Completed |
1946 |
Dam Length |
600 |
Dam Height |
93 |
River Or Stream |
CHAMPION CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
71 |
Drainage Area |
2528 |
Nid Storage |
2572 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
High |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
93 |
Fausett Creek Near Talking Rock
|
19cfs |
Amicalola Creek Near Dawsonville
|
112cfs |
Talking Rock Creek Near Hinton
|
84cfs |
Cartecay River Near Ellijay
|
181cfs |
Coosawattee River Near Ellijay
|
311cfs |
Coosawattee River At Carters
|
460cfs |
| Location | Reservations | Toilets |
|---|---|---|
Rocky Ford Campsite
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Amicalola Falls State Park
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Amicalola Mountain
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