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Nancy Town Lake, located in Habersham, Georgia, is a captivating water resource managed by the USDA Forest Service.
Built in 1934, this concrete dam stands at 23 feet high and serves as a vital water supply for the area. With a storage capacity of 138 acre-feet, the lake also supports fish and wildlife habitats, recreation activities, and water supply needs.
The dam on Nancy Town Lake features a controlled spillway and valve outlet gates, ensuring proper water flow management. Despite being rated as having a low hazard potential, the lake's risk assessment is categorized as very high, highlighting the importance of ongoing monitoring and management. The surrounding area, including Nancy Town Creek, benefits from the lake's 4 square mile drainage area and maximum discharge capability of 3500 cubic feet per second.
With its rich history, diverse purposes, and strategic location, Nancy Town Lake is a valuable asset in the region's water resource management. Enthusiasts of water resources and climate will appreciate the lake's significance in providing essential services while also maintaining a delicate balance with the surrounding ecosystem. As stewards of this important resource, it is crucial to continue implementing risk management measures and ensuring the lake's long-term sustainability for future generations to enjoy.
Chattahoochee River Near Cornelia
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294cfs |
Chattahoochee River Near Leaf
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164cfs |
Tallulah River Ab Powerhouse
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39cfs |
Chattahoochee River At Helen
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61cfs |
Chattooga River Near Clayton
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229cfs |
Chestatee River Near Dahlonega
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141cfs |
Year Completed |
1934 |
Dam Length |
148 |
Dam Height |
23 |
River Or Stream |
NANCY TOWN CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Concrete |
Hydraulic Height |
20 |
Drainage Area |
4 |
Nid Storage |
138 |
Structural Height |
23 |
Outlet Gates |
Valve |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
23 |
| Location | Reservations | Toilets |
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Lake Russell
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Lake Russell Recreation Area
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Toccoa Falls College RV Park
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Lake Yonah County Park
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Tallulah Gorge State Park
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Seed Campground
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Confluence Of Brasstown Creek And Little Brasstown Creek Just South Of Brasstown Falls Road (Fs 751) To Confluence Of Mill Branch, Brasstown Creek And Boatwright Creek Near Boatwright Road (Fs 753)
Martin Branch Bridge To Robertsontown Bridge On Ga Highway 356
Confluence Of Cedar Creek To 1/4 Mile Below The Nf Boundary And Fh 110, Cobbs Bridge Road
South Of Cedar Creek Rifle Range To Confluence With Chauga River
1/4 Mile Below Fs 745 And Cassidy Bridge Hunt Camp To Confluence Of Cedar Creek
Crpssing Of Land Bridge Road, Sc 196 To 1/4 Mile Below Fs 745 And Cassidy Bridge Hunt Camp