Donnie Moon Lake Dam is a private earth dam located in Elberton, Georgia, with a height of 30 feet and a length of 300 feet.
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The dam has a total storage capacity of 120 acre-feet and serves as a low-hazard structure with a moderate risk assessment rating. Despite being uncontrolled, the dam has undergone inspections every five years, with the last inspection reported in October 2016.
Designed by Joe Riley of NRCS, Donnie Moon Lake Dam has not been modified or rated for its current condition. The dam does not have a state permit but is under state jurisdiction for inspection purposes. While the primary purpose of the dam is unspecified, its association with a drainage area of 0 indicates a limited impact on local water resources. Overall, Donnie Moon Lake Dam presents a unique opportunity for water resource and climate enthusiasts to explore the intersection of private ownership, dam construction, and risk management in the context of Georgia's diverse landscape.
Dam Length |
300 |
Dam Height |
30 |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
6 |
Nid Storage |
120 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
30 |
Broad River Above Carlton
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418cfs |
South Fork Broad River At Carlton
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87cfs |
Beaverdam Creek Ab Elberton Ga
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46cfs |
Broad River Near Bell
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906cfs |
North Oconee River At College St
|
197cfs |
Middle Oconee River Near Athens
|
312cfs |
| Location | Reservations | Toilets |
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River's Edge Campground
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Pioneer 3
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Pioneer 1
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Pioneer 2
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