Palmetto Creek Watershed Structure No.
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6, located in Harris, Georgia, is a state-owned earth dam designed by the Natural Resources Conservation Service in 1960 for the primary purpose of flood risk reduction along Palmetto Creek. Standing at a height of 38.7 feet and stretching 650 feet in length, this structure has a storage capacity of 596.9 acre-feet and serves a drainage area of 1450 acres. Despite being classified as low hazard potential, it is still subject to regular state inspections to ensure its structural integrity and effectiveness in flood control.
The dam features an uncontrolled spillway and outlet gates, with a normal storage volume of 49.5 acre-feet and a surface area of 11 acres. Although not currently rated for condition assessment, its risk potential is considered moderate. The last inspection in February 2020 reaffirmed its operational status, with a 5-year inspection frequency in place to monitor any changes in its performance. With the dam's strategic location in Pine Mountain Valley and its vital role in mitigating flood risks, water resource and climate enthusiasts can appreciate the significance of Palmetto Creek Watershed Structure No. 6 in safeguarding the local community from potential water-related disasters.
Year Completed |
1960 |
Dam Length |
650 |
Dam Height |
38.7 |
River Or Stream |
PALMETTO CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
11 |
Drainage Area |
1450 |
Nid Storage |
596.9 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
39 |
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