Potato Creek Ws Str # 6 Reservoir Report
Nearby: Joyce Maroney Lake Dam Bates Lake Dam
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Potato Creek WS Str # 6 is a state-owned earth dam located in the Smyrna Church Community of Upson, Georgia.
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Summary
Built in 1960 by the Natural Resources Conservation Service, this dam serves the primary purpose of flood risk reduction along the Ten Mile Creek. With a height of 28.2 feet and a storage capacity of 990 acre-feet, it plays a crucial role in protecting the surrounding area from potential inundation during heavy rainfall events.
Despite being classified as a high hazard potential structure, Potato Creek WS Str # 6 was last inspected in January 2013 and was found to be in satisfactory condition. The dam is regulated by the Georgia Safe Dams Program and undergoes regular inspections, permitting, and enforcement to ensure its safety and effectiveness in flood risk management. With a moderate risk assessment rating of 3, there are measures in place to manage potential risks associated with the dam, making it a vital component of the water resource infrastructure in the area.
As water resource and climate enthusiasts, it is important to recognize the significance of structures like Potato Creek WS Str # 6 in mitigating the impacts of extreme weather events and safeguarding communities from flooding. By understanding the design, purpose, and regulatory framework surrounding this dam, we can appreciate the complex interplay between water management, infrastructure resilience, and environmental stewardship in ensuring the sustainability of our water resources in Georgia.
Year Completed |
1960 |
Dam Length |
720 |
Dam Height |
28.2 |
River Or Stream |
TEN MILE CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Nid Storage |
990 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
High |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
28 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Flint River Near Griffin
|
341cfs |
Shoal Creek At Shoal Creek Rd
|
17cfs |
Flint River Near Culloden
|
1240cfs |
Line Creek Near Senoia
|
24cfs |
Flint River Near Lovejoy
|
95cfs |
Yellowjacket Cr At Hammett Rd Blw Hogansville
|
64cfs |
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 # 6