Potato Creek WS Str # 78, located in Lamar, Georgia, is a state-regulated dam designed by the Natural Resources Conservation Service with a primary purpose of flood risk reduction.
Wind
Humidity
Built in 1969, this earth dam stands at a height of 30 feet and spans 540 feet in length, with a storage capacity of 1873 acre-feet. The dam is situated on the Honey Creek Bee and serves the Five Points Environs area.
Despite its critical role in flood protection, Potato Creek WS Str # 78 is currently rated as having a high hazard potential and poor condition. The last inspection in 2014 raised concerns about its structural integrity, prompting a moderate risk assessment classification. With an uncontrolled spillway and outlet gates, there are clear indications that this dam requires immediate attention to ensure public safety and prevent potential disasters.
Given its outdated infrastructure and inadequate maintenance, stakeholders must prioritize the rehabilitation of Potato Creek WS Str # 78 to mitigate the risk of dam failure and safeguard the surrounding community. With the potential for catastrophic consequences in the event of a breach, it is imperative that necessary measures are taken to improve the dam's condition and enhance its resilience to changing climate conditions.
Year Completed |
1969 |
Dam Length |
540 |
Dam Height |
30 |
River Or Stream |
HONEY CREEK BEE |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
42 |
Drainage Area |
4226 |
Nid Storage |
1873 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
High |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
30 |
Shoal Creek At Shoal Creek Rd
|
17cfs |
Flint River Near Griffin
|
341cfs |
Line Creek Near Senoia
|
24cfs |
Flint River Near Lovejoy
|
95cfs |
Pates Creek At Buster Lewis Rd Near Flippen
|
5cfs |
Ocmulgee River Near Jackson
|
1600cfs |