Barber Creek WS Str # 25
Key Takeaway
Barber Creek WS Str # 25 is classified as high hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1960 and is 66 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 29 ft (taller than 73.2% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 800 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 580 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 130 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 13 acres |
| Drainage Area | 678 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1960 (66 years old) |
| NID ID | GA00605 |
Safety Information
Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
Barrow County Board of Commissioners;Oconee River SWCD
State Government
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Low Hazard 25 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Barber Creek WS Str # 25?
Barber Creek WS Str # 25 is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Barber Creek WS Str # 25?
Barber Creek WS Str # 25 is owned by Barrow County Board of Commissioners;Oconee River SWCD (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Barber Creek WS Str # 25 built?
Barber Creek WS Str # 25 was completed in 1960, making it 66 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.
What is the primary purpose of Barber Creek WS Str # 25?
Barber Creek WS Str # 25 serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Barber Creek WS Str # 25?
Barber Creek WS Str # 25 has a dam height of 29 ft. Dam height is measured from the natural streambed at the downstream toe to the top of the dam, and may differ from the visible height.
When was Barber Creek WS Str # 25 last inspected?
Barber Creek WS Str # 25 was last inspected on March 1, 2016. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.