Carters Re-Regulation Dam dam
Carters Re-Regulation Dam
Carters Re-Regulation Dam, located in Georgia along the Coosawattee River, is a federal-owned rockfill dam completed in 1974 primarily for hydroelectric purposes. With a height of 105 feet and a storage capacity of 19,000 acre-feet, the dam plays a crucial role in flood risk reduction, recreation, and hydroelectric power generation. The dam is managed by the US Army Corps of Engineers and undergoes regular inspections and maintenance to ensure its structural integrity and safety.
The dam has a controlled spillway width of 168 feet and a very high hazard potential, requiring continuous risk management measures to address potential flood risks associated with the structure. The USACE works collaboratively with local emergency managers and the public to enhance awareness of the dam and develop emergency action plans in case of a dam-related emergency. By monitoring the dam's condition, prioritizing risk-reducing activities, and conducting regular maintenance, the USACE strives to minimize the impact of severe weather events and ensure the safety of the surrounding communities.
Despite the inherent risks associated with dams and potential flooding, the USACE's proactive approach to risk management and emergency preparedness at Carters Re-Regulation Dam demonstrates a commitment to safeguarding water resources and enhancing public safety. With ongoing efforts to address potential vulnerabilities and engage with stakeholders, the dam serves as a vital infrastructure for water regulation and energy production in the region.
Dam data reference
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.
- 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.
- 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.
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, environmental 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.
Plan around the weather
Same NOAA / yr.no feed Snoflo's iOS app uses. Watch the precipitation column on the meteogram -- rain on the basin upstream typically lifts inflow 24-72 hours later.
Next 5 days, hour by hour
Temperature line with weather symbols on top, snow + rain accumulation as columns, humidity as a dotted line.
5-day forecast table
Every 3 hours, broken out across temperature, snow, rain, humidity, and wind. Each cell is colour-coded relative to the column min/max.
| Time | Condition | Temp (°F) | Snow (in) | Rain (in) | Humidity (%) | Wind (mps) | Wind dir |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Loading detailed forecast… | |||||||
15-day temperature & precipitation
Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks.
Nearby streamflow gauges
USGS streamgauges around Carters Re-Regulation Dam -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Coosawattee River At Carters | 618 cfs | → |
| Talking Rock Creek Near Hinton | 56 cfs | → |
| Coosawattee River Near Pine Chapel | 782 cfs | → |
| Holly Creek Near Chatsworth | 21 cfs | → |
| Coosawattee River Near Ellijay | 243 cfs | → |
| Fausett Creek Near Talking Rock | 4 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Carters Re-Regulation Dam.
Boat launches
Campgrounds
- Woodring Branch - Carters Lake
- Harris Branch - Carters Lake
- Doll Mountain - Carters Lake
- Ridgeway - Carters Lake
- Salacoa Creek Park
- Backcountry Campsite #2
Fishing spots
Paddle runs
- Source In Cohutta Wilderness To Nf Boundary North Of Murray's Lake
- Southern Boundary Cohutta Wilderness Near Peter Cove To Northern Boundary Cohutta Wilderness Near Alaculsy
- Northern Boundary Cohutta Wilderness To Confluence With Conasauga River
- Nf Boundary To Taylor's Creek In Cherokee Nf (Tn)
- Taylors Creek (Rm 74.5) To Nf Boundary (Rm 70.0)
- Apalachia Powerhouse (Rm 53.5) To Us411 Bridge (Rm 43.0)
Track Carters Re-Regulation Dam in the Snoflo app
Save this dam as a favorite and get the local NOAA / yr.no forecast plus regional flow context wherever you are.
About Carters Re-Regulation Dam
Where does the data for Carters Re-Regulation Dam come from?
Structural and regulatory data come from the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers' National Inventory of Dams (NID). Weather forecast comes from NOAA / yr.no -- the same feed Snoflo's iOS app uses.
How often is the report updated?
NID structural data refreshes annually as the Corps publishes updated assessments. The weather forecast refreshes throughout the day.
What does the High hazard rating mean?
The Corps of Engineers' hazard potential classification grades probable consequences if the dam fails: High = probable loss of human life; Significant = no probable loss of human life but possible economic loss / environmental damage; Low = no probable loss of human life, only minor economic / environmental losses. See the Dam Data Reference card above for the full definitions.
What's "% of normal"?
The current storage value compared to the historical average storage on this calendar day. 100% = right on average; values above 100% mean above-normal storage (wet year); values below mean below-normal (dry year or drought).
Can I get alerts when storage crosses a threshold?
Yes -- alerts are managed in the Snoflo iOS app. Favorite this dam, set a threshold, and you'll get a push the moment conditions cross.
Other water bodies near here
Snoflo-tracked reservoirs and dams within driving distance of Carters Re-Regulation Dam.