Edie Creek Reservoir
Key Takeaway
Edie Creek Reservoir is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1999 and is 27 years old. Its primary use is water supply.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 34 ft (taller than 85% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 916 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 4.3K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 2.4K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 234 acres |
| Year Completed | 1999 (27 years old) |
| NID ID | GA05598 |
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
City of Barnesville
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Edie Creek Reservoir?
Edie Creek Reservoir 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 Edie Creek Reservoir?
Edie Creek Reservoir is owned by City of Barnesville (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Edie Creek Reservoir built?
Edie Creek Reservoir was completed in 1999, making it 27 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 Edie Creek Reservoir?
Edie Creek Reservoir 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 Edie Creek Reservoir?
Edie Creek Reservoir has a dam height of 34 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 Edie Creek Reservoir last inspected?
Edie Creek Reservoir was last inspected on April 28, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.