The Kellys Lake Dam, located in Hart, Georgia, is a private-owned Earth dam primarily used for recreation purposes.
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Standing at a height of 24 feet and spanning a length of 420 feet, the dam has a storage capacity of 126 acre-feet and covers a surface area of 10 acres. Despite being unlisted in terms of foundations, the dam is inspected every five years and has been deemed to have a low hazard potential with a moderate risk assessment rating of 3.
Constructed by the Soil Conservation Service (SCS), the Kellys Lake Dam is overseen by the state jurisdiction of Georgia and is not regulated by the state. With uncontrolled spillways and outlet gates, the dam's emergency action plan is not rated, and there have been no recent risk management measures put in place. The dam's condition assessment is marked as 'Not Rated', indicating a potential need for further evaluation to ensure its safety and integrity for both recreational use and water resource management in the area.
Despite its modest hazard potential and moderate risk assessment, The Kellys Lake Dam remains a vital part of the local recreation scene in Hart, Georgia. Climate enthusiasts and water resource stakeholders may find interest in the dam's design and operational details, as well as the potential implications for the surrounding environment and community in the event of any unforeseen emergencies or incidents.
Dam Length |
420 |
Dam Height |
24 |
River Or Stream |
UNKNOWN |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
10 |
Nid Storage |
126 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
24 |
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46cfs |
Broad River Above Carlton
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418cfs |
South Fork Broad River At Carlton
|
87cfs |
Rocky River Nr Starr
|
58cfs |
Broad River Near Bell
|
906cfs |
North Oconee River At College St
|
197cfs |
| Location | Reservations | Toilets |
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Victoria Bryant State Park
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River's Edge Campground
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Hart State Park
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Watsadlers
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