Lower Little Tallapoosa River Watershed Structure No. 82 Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Lower Little Tallapoosa River Watershed Structure No.


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Summary

82, located in Bremen, Georgia, is a vital flood risk reduction infrastructure managed by the local government. Built in 1974 by the Natural Resources Conservation Service, this earth dam stands at a height of 32.3 feet and has a storage capacity of 1285.9 acre-feet. The dam's primary purpose is flood risk reduction, specifically along Bear Creek, which drains an area of 1711 square miles.

Despite its low hazard potential, the condition of Structure No. 82 is currently not rated, with the last inspection conducted in December 2017. With an inspection frequency of 5 years, the dam is deemed to have a moderate risk level. While there are no emergency action plans or inundation maps prepared at this time, the structure meets state jurisdiction requirements for inspection. This structure serves as a critical component in managing water resources and climate challenges in the Lower Little Tallapoosa River Watershed, safeguarding communities from potential flooding events.

Year Completed

1974

Dam Length

1050

Dam Height

32.3

River Or Stream

BEAR CREEK

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

20.3

Hydraulic Height

27.2

Drainage Area

1711

Nid Storage

1285.9

Outlet Gates

Uncontrolled

Hazard Potential

Low

Foundations

Unlisted/Unknown

Nid Height

32
       
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Condition Assessment

Satisfactory
No 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

High
Dams 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.