Big Cedar Creek WS Str # 13
Key Takeaway
Big Cedar Creek WS Str # 13 is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1972 and is 54 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 28 ft (taller than 69.6% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 648 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 531 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 48 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 12 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1972 (54 years old) |
| NID ID | GA02032 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
Coosa River S & Wcd
State Government
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Low HazardFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Big Cedar Creek WS Str # 13?
Big Cedar Creek WS Str # 13 is classified as Low Hazard. No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Big Cedar Creek WS Str # 13?
Big Cedar Creek WS Str # 13 is owned by Coosa River S & Wcd (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Big Cedar Creek WS Str # 13 built?
Big Cedar Creek WS Str # 13 was completed in 1972, making it 54 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 Big Cedar Creek WS Str # 13?
Big Cedar Creek WS Str # 13 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 Big Cedar Creek WS Str # 13?
Big Cedar Creek WS Str # 13 has a dam height of 28 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 Big Cedar Creek WS Str # 13 last inspected?
Big Cedar Creek WS Str # 13 was last inspected on October 10, 2013. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.