Potato Creek Ws Str # 56 Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Potato Creek WS Str # 56, located in Pike, Georgia, is a privately owned earth dam designed by the Natural Resources Conservation Service in 1966 with the primary purpose of flood risk reduction along Turnpike Creek.
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Summary
With a height of 37 feet and a hydraulic height of 32 feet, this dam has a storage capacity of 1606 acre-feet and covers a surface area of 27 acres with a drainage area of 4144 acres. Despite its high hazard potential and poor condition assessment, the dam has not been modified since its completion and is currently classified as having a moderate risk level.
The dam's uncontrolled spillway and outlet gates pose a threat in case of an emergency, as its last inspection was conducted in June 1997 with a frequency of every 2 years. The state-regulated structure falls under the jurisdiction of the GA-SAFE DAMS PROGRAM, ensuring that it meets permitting, inspection, and enforcement requirements. While the dam's risk management measures and emergency action plan status are not specified, its location in the New Hope Church Environs area and its association with the Savannah District of the US Army Corps of Engineers highlight the need for ongoing monitoring and maintenance to mitigate potential risks to the surrounding community and environment.
Year Completed |
1966 |
Dam Length |
650 |
Dam Height |
37 |
River Or Stream |
TURNPIKE CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
27 |
Hydraulic Height |
32 |
Drainage Area |
4144 |
Nid Storage |
1606 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
High |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
37 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
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 |
Dam Data Reference
Condition Assessment
SatisfactoryNo existing or potential dam safety deficiencies are recognized. Acceptable performance is expected under all loading conditions (static, hydrologic, seismic) in accordance with the minimum applicable state or federal regulatory criteria or tolerable risk guidelines.
Fair
No existing dam safety deficiencies are recognized for normal operating conditions. Rare or extreme hydrologic and/or seismic events may result in a dam safety deficiency. Risk may be in the range to take further action. Note: Rare or extreme event is defined by the regulatory agency based on their minimum
Poor A dam safety deficiency is recognized for normal operating conditions which may realistically occur. Remedial action is necessary. POOR may also be used when uncertainties exist as to critical analysis parameters which identify a potential dam safety deficiency. Investigations and studies are necessary.
Unsatisfactory
A dam safety deficiency is recognized that requires immediate or emergency remedial action for problem resolution.
Not Rated
The dam has not been inspected, is not under state or federal jurisdiction, or has been inspected but, for whatever reason, has not been rated.
Not Available
Dams for which the condition assessment is restricted to approved government users.
Hazard Potential Classification
HighDams assigned the high hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation will probably cause loss of human life.
Significant
Dams assigned the significant hazard potential classification are those dams where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life but can cause economic loss, environment damage, disruption of lifeline facilities, or impact other concerns. Significant hazard potential classification dams are often located in predominantly rural or agricultural areas but could be in areas with population and significant infrastructure.
Low
Dams assigned the low hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life and low economic and/or environmental losses. Losses are principally limited to the owner's property.
Undetermined
Dams for which a downstream hazard potential has not been designated or is not provided.
Not Available
Dams for which the downstream hazard potential is restricted to approved government users.
Potato Creek Ws Str # 56