Creekside Country Club Lake Dam, also known as Paulding County Country Club Lake Dam, is a private earth dam located in Dallas, Georgia.
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The dam serves primarily for recreational purposes, with a height of 30.2 feet and a hydraulic height of 25.1 feet. It has a normal storage capacity of 48.5 acre-feet and a maximum storage of 67.7 acre-feet, covering a surface area of 4.6 acres.
Although the dam has a low hazard potential, it is classified as having a moderate risk level. The last inspection of the dam took place in July 2018, with a scheduled inspection frequency of every 5 years. Despite its uncontrolled spillway and outlet gates, the dam is not regulated by the state and has not been rated for its condition.
For water resource and climate enthusiasts, Creekside Country Club Lake Dam provides an interesting case study of a private dam in Georgia that serves a recreational purpose. With its unique design characteristics and risk assessment profile, the dam offers insights into the challenges and considerations involved in managing and maintaining such structures in the context of changing environmental conditions and regulatory frameworks.
Dam Length |
375 |
Dam Height |
30.2 |
River Or Stream |
Name unknown |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
4.6 |
Hydraulic Height |
25.1 |
Drainage Area |
65 |
Nid Storage |
67.7 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
30 |