Salacoa Creek Watershed Structure No. 95 Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Salacoa Creek Watershed Structure No.
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Summary
95, located in Cherokee, Georgia, is a significant earth dam constructed in 1975 by the Natural Resources Conservation Service. This structure, designed by the SCS, serves as a vital flood risk reduction measure in the region. With a height of 40.8 feet and a storage capacity of 369.7 acre-feet, the dam plays a crucial role in managing water resources and protecting the surrounding areas from potential flooding.
Despite being classified as having a low hazard potential, Salacoa Creek Watershed Structure No. 95 is regularly inspected to ensure its structural integrity and functionality. The dam is maintained by the state and has a designated inspection frequency of 5 years. While the condition assessment is currently marked as "Not Rated," the risk assessment for the structure is moderate, indicating a level of potential risk that requires monitoring and management measures to be in place.
As part of the flood risk reduction infrastructure in the area, Salacoa Creek Watershed Structure No. 95 plays a key role in water resource management and climate adaptation efforts. With its strategic location and design, the dam contributes to the overall resilience of the region against potential flooding events. Regular monitoring and maintenance ensure that the structure continues to fulfill its primary purpose effectively and safeguard the local community from water-related hazards.
Year Completed |
1975 |
Dam Length |
900 |
Dam Height |
40.8 |
River Or Stream |
UNKNOWN |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
5.2 |
Hydraulic Height |
35.1 |
Drainage Area |
680 |
Nid Storage |
369.7 |
Structural Height |
35.1 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
41 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Talking Rock Creek Near Hinton
|
84cfs |
Etowah River At Canton
|
666cfs |
Fausett Creek Near Talking Rock
|
19cfs |
Coosawattee River At Carters
|
460cfs |
Coosawattee River Near Pine Chapel
|
602cfs |
Etowah River At Allatoona Dam
|
4430cfs |
Dam Data Reference
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.
Salacoa Creek Watershed Structure No. 95