Hazel Creek W/S Str. #21
Key Takeaway
Hazel Creek W/S Str. #21 is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1961 and is 65 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 24 ft (taller than 54.4% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 780 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 564 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 14 acres |
| Year Completed | 1961 (65 years old) |
| NID ID | GA00653 |
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
Upper Chattahoochee River SWCD Habersham County Board of Commissioners
State Government
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Low Hazard 23 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Hazel Creek W/S Str. #21?
Hazel Creek W/S Str. #21 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 Hazel Creek W/S Str. #21?
Hazel Creek W/S Str. #21 is owned by Upper Chattahoochee River SWCD Habersham County Board of Commissioners (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Hazel Creek W/S Str. #21 built?
Hazel Creek W/S Str. #21 was completed in 1961, making it 65 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 Hazel Creek W/S Str. #21?
Hazel Creek W/S Str. #21 serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Hazel Creek W/S Str. #21?
Hazel Creek W/S Str. #21 has a dam height of 24 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 Hazel Creek W/S Str. #21 last inspected?
Hazel Creek W/S Str. #21 was last inspected on March 10, 2016. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.