Overstreet Lake Dam in Canoochee, Georgia, is a private Earth dam built in 1960 for recreational purposes on the Little Canoochee Creek.
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With a structural height of 12 feet and a length of 810 feet, the dam provides a storage capacity of 602 acre-feet and covers a surface area of 62 acres. Despite being unregulated by the state, the dam has a low hazard potential and is considered to have a moderate risk level.
The dam features an uncontrolled spillway and outlet gates, with a last inspection conducted in January 2017. While the condition assessment is not rated, the dam's risk management measures are currently unspecified. With a moderate risk level, enthusiasts of water resources and climate may find Overstreet Lake Dam an intriguing subject for further study, especially regarding its potential impact on the surrounding environment and community.
Year Completed |
1960 |
Dam Length |
810 |
Dam Height |
12 |
River Or Stream |
LITTLE CANOOCHEE CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
62 |
Hydraulic Height |
12 |
Drainage Area |
5660 |
Nid Storage |
602 |
Structural Height |
12 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
12 |
| Location | Reservations | Toilets |
|---|---|---|
Primative 5
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Primative 4
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George L Smith State Park
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