Lake Atagahi Dam, also known as Mary's Lake Dam, is a private dam located in Gilmer, Georgia.
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Built in 1972, this earth dam stands at a height of 42 feet and spans 212 feet in length. With a primary purpose of recreation, the dam provides a surface area of 1 acre and has a storage capacity of 31 acre-feet.
Managed by the Georgia Safe Dams Program, Lake Atagahi Dam is state-regulated, inspected, and enforced to ensure its structural integrity and safety. Despite being categorized with a high hazard potential, the dam's condition assessment in 2016 deemed it satisfactory. With a moderate risk level, the dam does not have an Emergency Action Plan in place, but its risk management measures are continuously evaluated to mitigate potential threats.
Situated within the Nashville District, Lake Atagahi Dam offers an idyllic recreational spot for water resource and climate enthusiasts to enjoy. From fishing to boating, visitors can appreciate the beauty of this man-made structure while being surrounded by the natural landscape of Georgia.
Year Completed |
1972 |
Dam Length |
212 |
Dam Height |
42 |
River Or Stream |
UNKNOWN |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
1 |
Drainage Area |
200 |
Nid Storage |
31 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
High |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
42 |
Cartecay River Near Ellijay
|
181cfs |
Coosawattee River Near Ellijay
|
311cfs |
Fausett Creek Near Talking Rock
|
19cfs |
Toccoa River Near Dial
|
279cfs |
Talking Rock Creek Near Hinton
|
84cfs |
Coosawattee River At Carters
|
460cfs |
| Location | Reservations | Toilets |
|---|---|---|
Ridgeway - Carters Lake
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Toccoa River Sandy Bottoms Recreation Area
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Jacks River Fields
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Jacks River Fields Campground
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