Hill Lake Dam, located in Meriwether, Georgia, is a private earth dam built in 1965 primarily for recreational purposes.
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The dam spans 420 feet in length and stands at a height of 15.7 feet, with a maximum storage capacity of 332.3 acre-feet. Situated on Kendal Creek, the dam's uncontrolled spillway type poses a low hazard potential, making it a relatively safe structure in terms of risk assessment.
Although not state-regulated, Hill Lake Dam is subject to regular inspections, with the most recent one conducted in June 2019. The dam's condition is currently marked as "Not Rated," indicating a need for further assessment. Despite its moderate risk rating, the dam's emergency action plan status and inundation maps remain unprepared, highlighting potential areas for improvement in risk management protocols. With its picturesque location and recreational focus, Hill Lake Dam serves as both a charming destination for water resource and climate enthusiasts and a reminder of the importance of maintaining safe infrastructure in susceptible areas.
Year Completed |
1965 |
Dam Length |
420 |
Dam Height |
15.7 |
River Or Stream |
KENDAL CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
35 |
Hydraulic Height |
13.7 |
Drainage Area |
8020 |
Nid Storage |
332.3 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
16 |
Yellowjacket Cr At Hammett Rd Blw Hogansville
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64cfs |
New River At Ga 100
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88cfs |
Flint River Near Griffin
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341cfs |
Line Creek Near Senoia
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24cfs |
Chattahoochee River At West Point
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6360cfs |
Shoal Creek At Shoal Creek Rd
|
17cfs |
| Location | Reservations | Toilets |
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Old Sawmill Campsite
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Bumblebee Ridge Campsite
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Sassafras Hill Campsite
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420
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419
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422
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