Amicalola Creek WS Str # 2, also known as Lake Laurel Dam, is a state-owned structure located in Dawsonville, Georgia with a primary purpose of flood risk reduction.
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Built in 1960 by the Natural Resources Conservation Service, this earth dam stands at a height of 65 feet and spans 422 feet in length. With a storage capacity of 1227 acre-feet, it serves to mitigate the potential hazards posed by its moderate risk assessment.
Despite its low hazard potential, Amicalola Creek WS Str # 2 is currently assessed to be in poor condition based on a 2016 inspection, highlighting the need for potential maintenance and rehabilitation efforts. The dam features an uncontrolled spillway and outlet gates, with a drainage area of 2841 acres and a normal storage capacity of 179 acre-feet. The structure's location within the Amicalola Creek sub-watershed makes it a crucial component in managing water resources and climate impacts in the region.
As a regulated and permitted state structure under the jurisdiction of the GA-SAFE DAMS PROGRAM, Amicalola Creek WS Str # 2 plays a vital role in safeguarding the local community from flood risks. With its historical significance dating back to over six decades, this dam serves as a reminder of the ongoing efforts to balance water resource management and climate resilience in Georgia's evolving landscape.
Year Completed |
1960 |
Dam Length |
422 |
Dam Height |
65 |
River Or Stream |
UNKNOWN |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
13 |
Hydraulic Height |
65 |
Drainage Area |
2841 |
Nid Storage |
1227 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
65 |
Amicalola Creek Near Dawsonville
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112cfs |
Fausett Creek Near Talking Rock
|
19cfs |
Etowah River At Ga 9
|
178cfs |
Cartecay River Near Ellijay
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181cfs |
Chestatee River Near Dahlonega
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191cfs |
Toccoa River Near Dial
|
279cfs |
| Location | Reservations | Toilets |
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Amicalola Falls State Park
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Rocky Ford Campsite
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Amicalola Mountain
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