Hudson River WS Str #11
Key Takeaway
Hudson River WS Str #11 is classified as high hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1993 and is 33 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 | 62 ft (taller than 97.9% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 600 ft |
| Dam Type | Roller-Compacted Concrete |
| Max Storage | 1.8K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 821 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 49 acres |
| Drainage Area | 2,380 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1993 (33 years old) |
| NID ID | GA05261 |
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
Banks County Board of Commissioners
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Hudson River WS Str #11?
Hudson River WS Str #11 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 Hudson River WS Str #11?
Hudson River WS Str #11 is owned by Banks County Board of Commissioners (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Hudson River WS Str #11 built?
Hudson River WS Str #11 was completed in 1993, making it 33 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 Hudson River WS Str #11?
Hudson River WS Str #11 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 Hudson River WS Str #11?
Hudson River WS Str #11 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 Hudson River WS Str #11 last inspected?
Hudson River WS Str #11 was last inspected on March 9, 2016. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.