Nottely Dam - Saddle Dam No.
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1, also known as Nottely Lake, is a federally-owned structure located in Union County, Georgia, near the city of Blairsville. Built in 1942 by the Tennessee Valley Authority (TVA), this rockfill dam serves primarily for flood risk reduction. Standing at a height of 54 feet with a hydraulic height of 34 feet, the dam spans 340 feet in length along the Nottely River.
Despite being a critical infrastructure for flood control, hydroelectric power generation, recreation, and water supply, Nottely Dam - Saddle Dam No. 1 is classified as having a high hazard potential. This designation underscores the importance of regular inspections and risk management measures to ensure the safety and integrity of the dam. While it does not feature a spillway, the dam's associated structures include GA29101 and GA29101S002, contributing to its overall functionality within the region.
As a key component of the Tennessee Valley Authority's operations, Nottely Dam - Saddle Dam No. 1 plays a vital role in water resource management and climate resilience efforts in Georgia. With its strategic location and design, this dam exemplifies the intersection of engineering innovation and environmental stewardship in safeguarding communities and ecosystems against the impacts of extreme weather events and changing climate patterns.
Year Completed |
1942 |
Dam Length |
340 |
Dam Height |
54 |
River Or Stream |
NOTTELY RIVER |
Primary Dam Type |
Rockfill |
Hydraulic Height |
34 |
Structural Height |
54 |
Outlet Gates |
None |
Hazard Potential |
High |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
54 |
Nottely River Near Blairsville
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115cfs |
Valley River At Tomotla
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268cfs |
Toccoa River Near Dial
|
279cfs |
Ocoee River At Copperhill
|
301cfs |
Chattahoochee River At Helen
|
86cfs |
Cartecay River Near Ellijay
|
181cfs |
| Location | Reservations | Toilets |
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Poteete Creek
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Hanging Dog
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Morganton Point
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Morganton Point Campground
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