The City of Monticello Reservoir Dam, located in Jasper, Georgia, is a crucial water supply infrastructure designed by Hightower Engineering and completed in 1992.
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Humidity
This Earth dam stands at a height of 31 feet and has a storage capacity of 370 acre-feet, providing normal storage of 234 acre-feet over a surface area of 23 acres. With a drainage area of 395 square miles, this dam plays a vital role in managing water resources for the local community.
Despite being classified as a low hazard potential structure, the City of Monticello Reservoir Dam has not been rated for its condition assessment. However, it undergoes inspections every 5 years to ensure its safety and reliability. The dam features uncontrolled spillways and outlet gates, serving its primary purpose of water supply effectively. With a moderate risk assessment score of 3, the City of Monticello Reservoir Dam highlights the importance of sustainable water resource management and infrastructure maintenance in the face of climate change challenges.
Year Completed |
1992 |
Dam Length |
775 |
Dam Height |
31 |
River Or Stream |
UNKNOWN |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
23 |
Hydraulic Height |
31 |
Drainage Area |
395 |
Nid Storage |
370 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
31 |
Ocmulgee River Near Jackson
|
534cfs |
Alcovy River Below Covington
|
118cfs |
Murder Creek Below Eatonton
|
54cfs |
Little River Near Eatonton
|
89cfs |
Falling Creek Near Juliette
|
14cfs |
Alcovy River Above Covington
|
103cfs |
| Location | Reservations | Toilets |
|---|---|---|
Rush Creek Campground
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Gladesville Campground
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Newton Factory Shoals Rec Area
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