Twin Lakes Dam (Upper), also known as Twin Lake South Dam, is a privately owned structure located in the Banks School Community of Elbert, Georgia.
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Built in 1950, this earth dam stands at a height of 40 feet and has a structural height of 36 feet, providing a storage capacity of 291 acre-feet for recreational purposes. Managed by the Natural Resources Conservation Service, the dam has an uncontrolled spillway and uncontrolled outlet gates, with a low hazard potential and a moderate risk assessment rating.
Despite not being regulated by the state, Twin Lakes Dam (Upper) has undergone inspections every five years, with the last assessment conducted in October 2011. The dam's condition is currently not rated, and there is no Emergency Action Plan (EAP) in place. With a risk management plan yet to be specified, the dam presents a moderate risk (level 3) due to its age and lack of recent assessments. For water resource and climate enthusiasts, Twin Lakes Dam (Upper) offers a unique opportunity to explore the intersection of recreational use and dam safety in a privately owned structure in Georgia's picturesque landscape.
Year Completed |
1950 |
Dam Length |
465 |
Dam Height |
40 |
River Or Stream |
UNKNOWN |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
15 |
Hydraulic Height |
36 |
Nid Storage |
291 |
Structural Height |
36 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
40 |
Broad River Near Bell
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906cfs |
Beaverdam Creek Ab Elberton Ga
|
46cfs |
Little River Near Mt. Carmel
|
83cfs |
Broad River Above Carlton
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418cfs |
South Fork Broad River At Carlton
|
87cfs |
Rocky River Nr Starr
|
58cfs |
| Location | Reservations | Toilets |
|---|---|---|
Calhoun Falls State Rec Area
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Richard B. Russell State Park
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Broad River - Strom Thurmond Lake
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Bobby Brown State Park
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