Sharp Mountain Creek Ws Str # 12 Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Sharp Mountain Creek WS Str # 12, located in Pickens, Georgia, is a state-regulated earth dam constructed in 1960 by the Natural Resources Conservation Service.
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Summary
Standing at a height of 67 feet and stretching 534 feet in length, this dam serves the primary purpose of flood risk reduction along Town Creek. With a maximum storage capacity of 2,678 acre-feet and a normal storage of 14 acre-feet, this dam plays a crucial role in managing water resources in the area.
Despite its significant role in flood risk reduction, Sharp Mountain Creek WS Str # 12 poses a high hazard potential with a poor condition assessment as of January 2017. It is classified as having a moderate risk level and undergoes inspections every two years to ensure its structural integrity and safety. The dam features an uncontrolled spillway and outlet gates, presenting challenges in managing water discharge during heavy rainfall events. Climate and water resource enthusiasts should pay close attention to the maintenance and management of this dam to mitigate potential risks and ensure its continued effectiveness in flood control and water management efforts in the region.
Year Completed |
1960 |
Dam Length |
534 |
Dam Height |
67 |
River Or Stream |
TOWN CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
2 |
Nid Storage |
2678 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
High |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
67 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Fausett Creek Near Talking Rock
|
19cfs |
Talking Rock Creek Near Hinton
|
84cfs |
Amicalola Creek Near Dawsonville
|
112cfs |
Etowah River At Canton
|
666cfs |
Coosawattee River Near Ellijay
|
311cfs |
Cartecay River Near Ellijay
|
181cfs |
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.
Sharp Mountain Creek Ws Str # 12