Bull Creek Ws Str # 12 Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Bull Creek WS Str # 12, also known as Charter Oaks Lake Dam, is a crucial water resource structure located in Muscogee County, Georgia.


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Summary

Built in 1962 by the Natural Resources Conservation Service, this earth dam stands at a height of 46 feet and has a length of 760 feet, providing flood risk reduction along the Cooper Branch river. With a storage capacity of 954 acre-feet and a surface area of 7 acres, this dam plays a vital role in managing water levels and protecting the surrounding area from potential flooding events.

Despite its importance, Bull Creek WS Str # 12 has been flagged with a high hazard potential and poor condition assessment, indicating the need for regular inspections and maintenance. The last inspection date was in January 2017, with an inspection frequency of 2 years. The dam is state-regulated and falls under the jurisdiction of the GA-SAFE DAMS PROGRAM, ensuring that it meets all necessary safety and regulatory standards to protect the community and environment from any potential risks.

With a moderate risk assessment rating, stakeholders and local authorities must prioritize risk management measures and ensure that emergency action plans are in place to address any unforeseen events. As climate change continues to impact water resources and weather patterns, the resilience and upkeep of Bull Creek WS Str # 12 are crucial in safeguarding the community and maintaining the integrity of this essential water infrastructure.

Year Completed

1962

Dam Length

760

Dam Height

46

River Or Stream

COOPER BRANCH

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

7

Drainage Area

1500

Nid Storage

954

Outlet Gates

Uncontrolled

Hazard Potential

High

Foundations

Unlisted/Unknown

Nid Height

46
       
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Condition Assessment

Satisfactory
No 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

High
Dams 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.