Upper Arrowhead Lake Dam in Armuchee, Georgia, is a state-owned structure built in 1950 with a primary purpose that remains unspecified.
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The dam, made of earth with a buttress core, stands at a height of 10.8 feet and has a hydraulic height of 13 feet. It spans 633 feet in length and has a storage capacity of 96 acre-feet, with a normal storage level of 72 acre-feet.
Situated on Love Joy Creek in Floyd County, the dam is regulated by the state of Georgia with a low hazard potential and a moderate risk assessment rating. Although it has not been inspected since 1984 and is not currently monitored or enforced by the state, its condition remains unrated. The dam features an uncontrolled spillway and outlet gates, highlighting its historical engineering design.
Water resource and climate enthusiasts would appreciate the historical significance and modest scale of Upper Arrowhead Lake Dam, as well as its potential risk factors and lack of recent oversight. Its location within the Nashville District and its association with representative Tom Graves add an intriguing political dimension to this lesser-known Georgia landmark.
Year Completed |
1950 |
Dam Length |
633 |
Dam Height |
10.8 |
River Or Stream |
Love Joy Creek |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
12.8 |
Hydraulic Height |
13 |
Drainage Area |
632 |
Nid Storage |
96 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
13 |
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| Location | Reservations | Toilets |
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The Pocket Recreation Area
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Pocket
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James H Sloppy Floyd State Park
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James H. Floyd State Park Campground
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