Grove River Ws Str # 44 Reservoir Report
Nearby: Duckett Lake Dam Harden Lake Dam
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Located in Banks, Georgia, the Grove River WS Str # 44 is a state-owned earth dam constructed in 1974 by the Natural Resources Conservation Service.
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Summary
With a primary purpose of flood risk reduction, this dam has a height of 26 feet and a storage capacity of 269 acre-feet. It covers a surface area of 12 acres and serves a drainage area of 660 acres, providing vital flood control measures for the surrounding region.
Despite its low hazard potential and moderate risk assessment, the condition of Grove River WS Str # 44 has not been rated, with the last inspection conducted in October 2012. Inspections occur every five years, ensuring the dam's structural integrity and safety measures are up to standard. With uncontrolled spillways and outlet gates, the dam's emergency action plan status and risk management measures are currently unreported, highlighting the need for ongoing monitoring and maintenance to mitigate any potential risks associated with the dam.
As water resource and climate enthusiasts, understanding the importance of infrastructure like Grove River WS Str # 44 is crucial for safeguarding communities against flooding and ensuring sustainable water management practices. By staying informed about the dam's condition, inspection frequency, and risk assessment, stakeholders can advocate for necessary improvements and proactive measures to enhance the dam's resilience and protect the surrounding environment for future generations.
Year Completed |
1974 |
Dam Length |
600 |
Dam Height |
26 |
River Or Stream |
UNKNOWN |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
12 |
Hydraulic Height |
21 |
Drainage Area |
660 |
Nid Storage |
269 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
26 |
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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.
Grove River Ws Str # 44