The City of Washington Beverdam Creek Dam in Wilkes, Georgia, is a local government-owned earth dam with a primary purpose of recreation.
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Standing at a height of 25 feet and a length of 480 feet, this dam holds a storage capacity of 1,121 acre-feet and covers a surface area of 51 acres along Beaverdam Creek. The dam is classified as low hazard potential, with a moderate risk assessment score of 3.
Despite not being state-regulated, the City of Washington Beverdam Creek Dam undergoes regular inspections, with the last one conducted in September 2016. The dam features uncontrolled spillways and outlet gates, with no documented modifications or emergency action plans in place. With a risk management approach of moderate intensity and a condition assessment as "Not Rated," this dam serves as both a recreational resource and a vital component of water resource management in the region. For water resource and climate enthusiasts, the City of Washington Beverdam Creek Dam provides an intriguing case study of a community-owned structure contributing to local water infrastructure and environmental stewardship.
Dam Length |
480 |
Dam Height |
25 |
River Or Stream |
BEAVERDAM CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
51 |
Nid Storage |
1121 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
25 |
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6cfs |
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46cfs |
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|
672cfs |
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|
87cfs |
Broad River Above Carlton
|
327cfs |
Oconee River Near Penfield
|
527cfs |
| Location | Reservations | Toilets |
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Equestrian Camping
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Pioneer Camping Area
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RV/Tent Camping
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