Sallacoa Creek Watershed Str # 48 Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

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
       
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Condition Assessment

Satisfactory
No 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

High
Dams 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.