Dick Creek Effluent Pond Dam

Forsyth, Georgia· Earth· 62 ft tall
Low Hazard Local Government

Key Takeaway

Dick Creek Effluent Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia.

Physical Details

Dam Height 62 ft (taller than 97.9% in GA)
Dam Length0 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage100 acre-ft
Normal Storage60 acre-ft
Surface Area2 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
NID IDGA08065

Safety Information

Low Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: August 10, 2016
State Regulated: No

Ownership

Forsyth County Board of Commissioners

Local Government

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Dick Creek Effluent Pond Dam?

Dick Creek Effluent Pond Dam 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 Dick Creek Effluent Pond Dam?

Dick Creek Effluent Pond Dam is owned by Forsyth County Board of Commissioners (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

How tall is Dick Creek Effluent Pond Dam?

Dick Creek Effluent Pond Dam has a dam height of 62 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 Dick Creek Effluent Pond Dam last inspected?

Dick Creek Effluent Pond Dam was last inspected on August 10, 2016. 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.