Cane Creek Watershed Structure No. 4 Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Cane Creek Watershed Structure No.


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Summary

4, located in Warm Springs, Georgia, was designed by the Natural Resources Conservation Service (SCS) in 1966 for the primary purpose of flood risk reduction along the Cold Spring Branch. This earth dam stands at a height of 31.5 feet and has a hydraulic height of 27.9 feet, with a storage capacity of 1112.59 acre-feet. The structure spans 690 feet in length and covers a surface area of 24.2 acres, serving a drainage area of 2004 acres.

Despite being classified as having a low hazard potential, Cane Creek Watershed Structure No. 4 is considered to have a moderate risk level. The dam currently has an uncontrolled spillway and outlet gates, with inspection frequency set at 5 years. While the condition assessment is currently not rated, the structure is maintained by local government authorities and falls under the jurisdiction of the state of Georgia. With its strategic location and critical role in managing water resources, this dam serves as an essential infrastructure for climate enthusiasts and water resource management professionals alike.

Year Completed

1966

Dam Length

690

Dam Height

31.5

River Or Stream

COLD SPRING BRANCH

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

24.2

Hydraulic Height

27.9

Drainage Area

2004

Nid Storage

1112.59

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.