Snake Creek Reservoir Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 6, 2025

Snake Creek Reservoir Dam, also known as H.C.


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Summary

Seaton Reservoir Dam, is a critical water supply structure located in Carroll, Georgia. Owned by the local government, this earth dam with a buttress core stands at a height of 65 feet and spans a length of 660 feet. Serving the primary purpose of water supply, the dam has a storage capacity of 21,573 acre-feet and covers a surface area of 631 acres.

This dam on Snake Creek is regulated by the Georgia Safe Dams Program and undergoes regular inspections to ensure its structural integrity. With a high hazard potential and a satisfactory condition assessment as of January 2016, the dam poses a moderate risk level. In case of emergencies, the dam has uncontrolled spillways and outlet gates, highlighting the importance of proper risk management measures and emergency preparedness.

Designed by Schnabel Engineering, Snake Creek Reservoir Dam plays a crucial role in water resource management in the region. With its strategic location and significant storage capacity, the dam serves as a vital infrastructure for ensuring water supply reliability and supporting the surrounding communities in Carroll, Georgia.

Dam Length

660

Dam Height

65

River Or Stream

SNAKE CREEK

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

631

Hydraulic Height

13

Drainage Area

21504

Nid Storage

21573

Outlet Gates

Uncontrolled

Hazard Potential

High

Foundations

Unlisted/Unknown

Nid Height

65
       
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Condition Assessment

Satisfactory
No existing or potential dam safety deficiencies are recognized. Acceptable performance is expected under all loading conditions (static, hydrologic, seismic) in accordance with the minimum applicable state or federal regulatory criteria or tolerable risk guidelines.
Fair
No existing dam safety deficiencies are recognized for normal operating conditions. Rare or extreme hydrologic and/or seismic events may result in a dam safety deficiency. Risk may be in the range to take further action. Note: Rare or extreme event is defined by the regulatory agency based on their minimum
Poor A dam safety deficiency is recognized for normal operating conditions which may realistically occur. Remedial action is necessary. POOR may also be used when uncertainties exist as to critical analysis parameters which identify a potential dam safety deficiency. Investigations and studies are necessary.
Unsatisfactory
A dam safety deficiency is recognized that requires immediate or emergency remedial action for problem resolution.
Not Rated
The dam has not been inspected, is not under state or federal jurisdiction, or has been inspected but, for whatever reason, has not been rated.
Not Available
Dams for which the condition assessment is restricted to approved government users.

Hazard Potential Classification

High
Dams assigned the high hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation will probably cause loss of human life.
Significant
Dams assigned the significant hazard potential classification are those dams where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life but can cause economic loss, environment damage, disruption of lifeline facilities, or impact other concerns. Significant hazard potential classification dams are often located in predominantly rural or agricultural areas but could be in areas with population and significant infrastructure.
Low
Dams assigned the low hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life and low economic and/or environmental losses. Losses are principally limited to the owner's property.
Undetermined
Dams for which a downstream hazard potential has not been designated or is not provided.
Not Available
Dams for which the downstream hazard potential is restricted to approved government users.