Wrightsboro Rd.
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Det. Dam, located in Richmond County, Georgia, was completed in 1992 and stands at a height of 20 feet with a length of 800 feet. Designed by CRANSTON, ROBERTSON, AND WHITE, this earth dam serves as a crucial flood risk reduction structure along Raes Creek. The dam has a storage capacity of 495 acre-feet and is classified as having a high hazard potential.
The dam's condition assessment in 2019 deemed it to be in satisfactory condition, with a moderate risk level assigned. Despite its private ownership, the state of Georgia regulates and inspects the dam to ensure its continued safety and functionality. The dam features an uncontrolled spillway and outlet gates, underscoring the importance of proper maintenance and monitoring to mitigate any potential risks to the surrounding community. With a designated inspection frequency and emergency action plan requirements in place, Wrightsboro Rd. Det. Dam remains a vital component in safeguarding against flood events in the region.
In the event of an emergency, local authorities and residents can refer to the dam's updated contact information and risk management measures. With its strategic location and design, Wrightsboro Rd. Det. Dam serves as a crucial piece of infrastructure in managing water resources and climate-related challenges in the Augusta area. As climate change continues to impact the frequency and intensity of extreme weather events, ensuring the integrity and safety of structures like Wrightsboro Rd. Det. Dam is paramount for protecting lives and property in the community.
Year Completed |
1992 |
Dam Length |
800 |
Dam Height |
20 |
River Or Stream |
RAES CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Nid Storage |
495 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
High |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
20 |
Butler Creek Below 7th Avenue
|
10cfs |
Augusta Canal Nr Augusta (Upper)
|
1830cfs |
Spirit Creek At Us 1
|
12cfs |
Savannah River At Augusta
|
6200cfs |
Stevens Creek Near Modoc
|
325cfs |
Brier Creek Near Waynesboro
|
396cfs |