Heads Creek Reservoir Dam
Key Takeaway
Heads Creek Reservoir Dam is classified as high hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1963 and is 63 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 | 32 ft (taller than 81% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 839 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 7.6K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 2.4K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 300 acres |
| Drainage Area | 27,736 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1963 (63 years old) |
| NID ID | GA01465 |
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
City of Griffin
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Heads Creek Reservoir Dam?
Heads Creek Reservoir Dam 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 Heads Creek Reservoir Dam?
Heads Creek Reservoir Dam is owned by City of Griffin (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Heads Creek Reservoir Dam built?
Heads Creek Reservoir Dam was completed in 1963, making it 63 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 Heads Creek Reservoir Dam?
Heads Creek Reservoir Dam 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 Heads Creek Reservoir Dam?
Heads Creek Reservoir Dam has a dam height of 32 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 Heads Creek Reservoir Dam last inspected?
Heads Creek Reservoir Dam was last inspected on February 9, 2016. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.