Blue Creek Reservoir Dam
Key Takeaway
Blue Creek Reservoir Dam is classified as high hazard in Georgia. 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 | 65 ft (taller than 98.1% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 0 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 4.1K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 0 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 0 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| NID ID | GA04239 |
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
McDonald, Craig T. & Susan W.
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Blue Creek Reservoir Dam?
Blue Creek Reservoir Dam 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 Blue Creek Reservoir Dam?
Blue Creek Reservoir Dam is owned by McDonald, Craig T. & Susan W. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
How tall is Blue Creek Reservoir Dam?
Blue Creek Reservoir Dam has a dam height of 65 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 Blue Creek Reservoir Dam last inspected?
Blue Creek Reservoir Dam was last inspected on February 6, 2013. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.