Cash Lake Dam, located in Banks, Georgia, is a privately owned earth dam primarily used for recreational purposes.
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Standing at a height of 23 feet with a hydraulic height of 20 feet, this dam boasts a storage capacity of 89 acre-feet and covers a surface area of 6 acres. Despite being unlisted in terms of foundations, this buttress-core dam has a low hazard potential and is considered to have a moderate risk level, with a risk assessment rating of 3.
The dam, situated within the Savannah District of the US Army Corps of Engineers, has not been inspected since July 1989 and is currently not rated in terms of condition assessment. Although it has uncontrolled spillways and outlet gates, the dam has not undergone any modifications in recent years. With the risk of inundation being moderate, the dam's emergency action plan status is unclear, and it lacks updated information on emergency contacts and risk management measures. Overall, Cash Lake Dam presents an intriguing case study for water resource and climate enthusiasts, highlighting the importance of ongoing maintenance and monitoring to ensure the safety and sustainability of such structures in the face of changing environmental conditions.
Dam Length |
308 |
Dam Height |
23 |
River Or Stream |
UNKNOWN |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
6 |
Hydraulic Height |
20 |
Nid Storage |
89 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
23 |
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| Location | Reservations | Toilets |
|---|---|---|
Lake Russell Recreation Area
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Lake Russell
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Toccoa Falls College RV Park
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