Long Swamp Creek WS Str # 14, located in Pickens, Georgia, is a state-regulated earth dam completed in 1964 with a primary purpose of recreation.
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Standing at a height of 85 feet and with a storage capacity of 4,200 acre-feet, this dam poses a high hazard potential with a poor condition assessment as of the last inspection in January 2017. The dam has a surface area of 28 acres and a normal storage level of 460 acre-feet.
Despite being designated for recreation, Long Swamp Creek WS Str # 14's high hazard potential and poor condition assessment highlight the need for regular inspections and potential maintenance or rehabilitation efforts to ensure the safety of downstream communities and the surrounding environment. With a risk assessment rating of moderate (3), it is crucial for stakeholders and regulatory agencies like the GA-SAFE DAMS PROGRAM to closely monitor and manage the risks associated with this dam to mitigate any potential threats to public safety and water resources. The involvement of the Natural Resources Conservation Service in the dam's design further underscores the importance of sustainable and responsible water resource management in the face of changing climate conditions.
Year Completed |
1964 |
Dam Height |
85 |
River Or Stream |
UNKNOWN |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
28 |
Nid Storage |
4200 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
High |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
85 |
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