Located in Hancock, Georgia, the Wallace Saddle Dike is a pivotal hydroelectric structure completed in 1980.
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With a dam height of 10 feet and a length of 900 feet, this Earth-type dam serves multiple purposes including hydroelectric power generation, recreation, and water supply. The dam has a storage capacity of 400,000 acre-feet and covers a surface area of 19,050 acres, making it a significant water resource in the region.
Managed by the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission, the Wallace Saddle Dike is designed to withstand low hazard potential, but its risk assessment indicates a high level of risk. Despite its condition assessment not being available, the dam's emergency action plan was last revised in December 2020, highlighting the importance of preparedness for any unforeseen events. With its strategic location on the Oconee River, the Wallace Saddle Dike plays a crucial role in water resource management and climate resilience efforts in the area.
Year Completed |
1980 |
Dam Length |
900 |
Dam Height |
10 |
River Or Stream |
Oconee |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
19050 |
Hydraulic Height |
10 |
Nid Storage |
400000 |
Structural Height |
10 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
10 |
Little River Near Eatonton
|
121cfs |
Oconee River At Milledgeville
|
635cfs |
Murder Creek Below Eatonton
|
70cfs |
Oconee River Near Penfield
|
712cfs |
Kettle Creek Near Washington
|
9cfs |
Oconee River At Avant Mine
|
846cfs |
| Location | Reservations | Toilets |
|---|---|---|
Lawrence Shoals
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Old Salem
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Oconee Springs County Park
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