Sallacoa Creek Watershed Dam #77, located in Gordon, Georgia, is a state-owned structure designed by the Natural Resources Conservation Service to serve as a flood risk reduction measure along Lick Creek.
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Completed in 1973, this earth dam stands at a height of 56 feet and has a length of 729 feet, providing storage capacity of 330 acre-feet within its 4-acre surface area. The dam's primary purpose is flood risk reduction, with a low hazard potential and a moderate risk assessment rating.
Despite not being regularly inspected or rated for condition, Sallacoa Creek Watershed Dam #77 remains a crucial infrastructure in the New Hope Church Community, offering protection against potential flood events in the area. Managed by the Georgia-SAFE DAMS PROGRAM, this dam underscores the importance of water resource management and climate resilience in safeguarding communities from natural disasters. As an essential element in the local watershed, this dam plays a vital role in mitigating flood risks and ensuring the safety and well-being of residents in Gordon County.
Year Completed |
1973 |
Dam Length |
729 |
Dam Height |
56 |
River Or Stream |
LICK CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
4 |
Drainage Area |
934 |
Nid Storage |
330 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
56 |
| 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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