Rosewood Lake Dam in Forsyth, Georgia, is a private earth dam situated on Harris Creek, with a primary height of 20.4 feet and a storage capacity of 114 acre-feet.
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This dam, owned by a private entity, has a low hazard potential and is classified as having a moderate risk level. Despite not being state-regulated, Rosewood Lake Dam undergoes regular inspections, the last of which took place in August 2016, with a frequency of every 5 years.
Although the dam's condition is currently not rated, it is designed with an uncontrolled spillway and outlet gates. The dam's construction year, volume, and specific purposes are unspecified in the data. However, with its location and design characteristics, Rosewood Lake Dam serves as a critical structure for water resource management and climate resilience in the region. Enthusiasts of water resources and climate will find this dam an intriguing subject for further study and monitoring.
Dam Length |
435 |
Dam Height |
20.4 |
River Or Stream |
HARRIS CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
7 |
Nid Storage |
114 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
20 |
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636cfs |
Richland Creek At Suwanee Dam Road
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15cfs |
Etowah River At Ga 9
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178cfs |
Big Creek Near Alpharetta
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112cfs |
Dick Creek At Old Atlanta Rd
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29cfs |
Level Creek At Suwanee Dam Road
|
12cfs |
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Bald Ridge Creek
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Sawnee
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Charleston - Lake Lanier
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Shady Grove - Lake Lanier
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