Mauldin Creek Lake Dam in Clarkesville, Georgia, is a privately owned earth dam designed by Dan McGill and Associates Inc.
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The dam, completed in 1992, serves primarily for recreational purposes and has a storage capacity of 550 acre-feet. Situated on Mauldin Mill Creek, the dam stands at a height of 53 feet and covers a surface area of 14.5 acres.
Despite being state regulated and inspected by the Georgia SAFE DAMS PROGRAM, Mauldin Creek Lake Dam is classified as having a high hazard potential. However, its condition assessment as of January 2017 was deemed satisfactory. The dam's spillway is uncontrolled, and it has uncontrolled outlet gates.
With its captivating setting and important role in providing recreational opportunities, Mauldin Creek Lake Dam is a significant feature in the Habersham County landscape. Enthusiasts of water resources and climate will find this dam an intriguing structure to explore, given its unique design and historic significance in the region.
Year Completed |
1992 |
Dam Height |
53 |
River Or Stream |
Mauldin Mill Creek |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
14.5 |
Nid Storage |
550 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
High |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
53 |
Chattahoochee River At Helen
|
86cfs |
Chattahoochee River Near Leaf
|
230cfs |
Chattahoochee River Near Cornelia
|
399cfs |
Tallulah River Ab Powerhouse
|
45cfs |
Tallulah River Near Clayton
|
152cfs |
Chattooga River Near Clayton
|
301cfs |
| Location | Reservations | Toilets |
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Unicoi State Park
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Yonah Mountain Campground
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Bear Ridge Group Camp
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Seed Campground
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Pear Tree Hill Group Camp
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Lake Rabun Beach Recreation Area
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