Bull Creek WS Str # 27, also known as Airport Lake #27, is a local government-owned earth dam located in Muscogee, Georgia.
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Built in 1962 by the Natural Resources Conservation Service, this dam serves the primary purpose of flood risk reduction. Standing at a height of 31 feet and spanning a length of 860 feet, it has a storage capacity of 371 acre-feet and covers a surface area of 9 acres. The dam is classified as a high hazard potential structure, but its condition assessment in 2017 was deemed satisfactory.
Managed by the Georgia-SAFE DAMS PROGRAM, Bull Creek WS Str # 27 is subject to state regulation, inspection, and enforcement. Despite its high hazard potential, the risk assessment for this dam is moderate. It does not fall under the jurisdiction of the US Army Corps of Engineers and has uncontrolled spillways and outlet gates. The last inspection was conducted in January 2017, with a recommended inspection frequency of every 2 years to ensure the dam's safety and integrity.
For water resource and climate enthusiasts, Bull Creek WS Str # 27 offers an intriguing case study in dam infrastructure management. With its flood risk reduction purpose and satisfactory condition assessment, this dam presents both challenges and opportunities for sustainable water resource management in Muscogee, Georgia. As efforts continue to monitor and maintain the structure, its role in shaping the local hydrology and resilience to extreme weather events remains a focal point for those interested in water resource and climate-related issues.
Year Completed |
1962 |
Dam Length |
860 |
Dam Height |
31 |
River Or Stream |
UNKNOWN |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
9 |
Drainage Area |
960 |
Nid Storage |
371 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
High |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
31 |