Crisp County (Warwick)

Flint· Worth, Georgia· Built 1930· Gravity· 42 ft tall
High Hazard Hydroelectric Local Government

Key Takeaway

Crisp County (Warwick) is classified as high hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1930 and is 96 years old. Its primary use is hydroelectric. 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 42 ft (taller than 92.9% in GA)
Dam Length4,500 ft
Dam TypeGravity
Max Storage160.0K acre-ft
Normal Storage145.0K acre-ft
Surface Area8,700 acres
Drainage Area3,750 sq mi
Max Discharge90,000 cfs
Year Completed1930 (96 years old)
NID IDGA00719

Safety Information

High Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: Yes
Last Inspection: July 7, 2022
State Regulated: No

Ownership

Crisp County Power Commission

Local Government

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Crisp County (Warwick)?

Crisp County (Warwick) 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 Crisp County (Warwick)?

Crisp County (Warwick) is owned by Crisp County Power Commission (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Crisp County (Warwick) built?

Crisp County (Warwick) was completed in 1930, making it 96 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 Crisp County (Warwick)?

Crisp County (Warwick) serves the following purposes: Hydroelectric. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Crisp County (Warwick)?

Crisp County (Warwick) has a dam height of 42 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 Crisp County (Warwick) last inspected?

Crisp County (Warwick) was last inspected on July 7, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.