Horton Creek Reservoir Dam
Key Takeaway
Horton Creek Reservoir Dam is classified as high hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1996 and is 30 years old. Its primary use is recreation. 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 | 52 ft (taller than 96.4% in GA) |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 18.2K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 10.4K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 783 acres |
| Year Completed | 1996 (30 years old) |
| NID ID | GA04477 |
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
Fayette County Board of Commissioners
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Horton Creek Reservoir Dam?
Horton 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 Horton Creek Reservoir Dam?
Horton Creek Reservoir Dam is owned by Fayette County Board of Commissioners (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Horton Creek Reservoir Dam built?
Horton Creek Reservoir Dam was completed in 1996, making it 30 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 Horton Creek Reservoir Dam?
Horton Creek Reservoir Dam serves the following purposes: Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Horton Creek Reservoir Dam?
Horton Creek Reservoir Dam has a dam height of 52 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 Horton Creek Reservoir Dam last inspected?
Horton Creek Reservoir Dam was last inspected on February 9, 2016. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.