Cane Creek WS Str #2
Key Takeaway
Cane Creek WS Str #2 is classified as high hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1968 and is 58 years old. Its primary use is water supply. 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 | 44 ft (taller than 93.9% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 1,300 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 3.4K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 140 acres |
| Drainage Area | 3,889 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1968 (58 years old) |
| NID ID | GA01097 |
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
Meriwether County Board of Commissioners
State Government
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What is the hazard classification of Cane Creek WS Str #2?
Cane Creek WS Str #2 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 Cane Creek WS Str #2?
Cane Creek WS Str #2 is owned by Meriwether County Board of Commissioners (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Cane Creek WS Str #2 built?
Cane Creek WS Str #2 was completed in 1968, making it 58 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 Cane Creek WS Str #2?
Cane Creek WS Str #2 serves the following purposes: Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Cane Creek WS Str #2?
Cane Creek WS Str #2 has a dam height of 44 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 Cane Creek WS Str #2 last inspected?
Cane Creek WS Str #2 was last inspected on March 23, 2016. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.