Sallacoa Creek Watershed Dam No.
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98, located in Redbud, Georgia, was completed in 1978 by the Natural Resources Conservation Service. This earth dam stands at a height of 42.9 feet and serves the primary purpose of flood risk reduction for the surrounding area. With a normal storage capacity of 864 acre-feet and a drainage area of 7,955 acres, the dam plays a crucial role in managing water flow and mitigating potential flood risks along Lick Creek.
Despite its low hazard potential, Sallacoa Creek Watershed Dam No. 98 is inspected every five years to ensure its structural integrity and safety. The dam features an uncontrolled spillway and outlet gates, with a moderate risk assessment rating of 3. While the condition assessment is currently listed as "Not Rated," the dam's risk management measures are not specified. Overall, this dam serves as a vital piece of infrastructure for flood control and water resource management in Gordon County, Georgia, under the jurisdiction of the state and local government.
Year Completed |
1978 |
Dam Length |
1203 |
Dam Height |
42.9 |
River Or Stream |
Lick Creek |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
126.2 |
Hydraulic Height |
36.5 |
Drainage Area |
7955 |
Nid Storage |
7300 |
Structural Height |
36.5 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
43 |
Coosawattee River Near Pine Chapel
|
602cfs |
Coosawattee River At Carters
|
460cfs |
Talking Rock Creek Near Hinton
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84cfs |
Oostanaula River At Resaca
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1020cfs |
Holly Creek Near Chatsworth
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20cfs |
Conasauga River At Tilton
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356cfs |
| Location | Reservations | Toilets |
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Salacoa Creek Park
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Harris Branch - Carters Lake
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Doll Mountain - Carters Lake
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Woodring Branch - Carters Lake
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