The Sallacoa Creek Watershed Str # 48 is a state-owned earth dam located in Pickens, Georgia, near the city of Bobo Environs.
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Built in 1969 by the Natural Resources Conservation Service, this dam serves the primary purpose of flood risk reduction along Pinhook Creek. With a height of 67 feet and a length of 510 feet, the Sallacoa Creek Watershed Str # 48 has a storage capacity of 1350 acre-feet and covers a surface area of 6 acres.
Despite being classified as having a low hazard potential, the Sallacoa Creek Watershed Str # 48 is considered to have moderate risk due to its condition assessment being not rated. The dam has not been inspected since June 2016, with an inspection frequency of 5 years. The dam's emergency action plan status, risk management measures, and inundation maps are also not reported. With a risk assessment rating of 3 out of 5, it is important for water resource and climate enthusiasts to monitor the maintenance and safety of this vital flood control structure to prevent potential risks to the surrounding area.
Located within the Nashville District of the US Army Corps of Engineers, the Sallacoa Creek Watershed Str # 48 plays a crucial role in managing the water flow and protecting the downstream areas from flooding. With its uncontrolled spillway and outlet gates, this dam requires regular monitoring and maintenance to ensure its continued effectiveness in flood risk reduction. Understanding the importance of this structure in the overall water management system of the region is essential for stakeholders and enthusiasts interested in sustainable water resource management and climate resilience.
Year Completed |
1969 |
Dam Length |
510 |
Dam Height |
67 |
River Or Stream |
PINHOOK CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
6 |
Drainage Area |
1740 |
Nid Storage |
1350 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
67 |
Talking Rock Creek Near Hinton
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84cfs |
Coosawattee River At Carters
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460cfs |
Fausett Creek Near Talking Rock
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19cfs |
Coosawattee River Near Pine Chapel
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602cfs |
Coosawattee River Near Ellijay
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311cfs |
Cartecay River Near Ellijay
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181cfs |
| Location | Reservations | Toilets |
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Salacoa Creek Park
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Harris Branch - Carters Lake
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Doll Mountain - Carters Lake
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Woodring Branch - Carters Lake
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Ridgeway - Carters Lake
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