Little River Sub Watershed Structure No. 19
Key Takeaway
Little River Sub Watershed Structure No. 19 is classified as high hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1959 and is 67 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction. 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 | 35 ft (taller than 86.5% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 225 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 425 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 57 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 10 acres |
| Drainage Area | 770 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1959 (67 years old) |
| NID ID | GA00044 |
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
Limestone Valley Soil and Water Conservation District
State Government
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What is the hazard classification of Little River Sub Watershed Structure No. 19?
Little River Sub Watershed Structure No. 19 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 Little River Sub Watershed Structure No. 19?
Little River Sub Watershed Structure No. 19 is owned by Limestone Valley Soil and Water Conservation District (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Little River Sub Watershed Structure No. 19 built?
Little River Sub Watershed Structure No. 19 was completed in 1959, making it 67 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 Little River Sub Watershed Structure No. 19?
Little River Sub Watershed Structure No. 19 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 Little River Sub Watershed Structure No. 19?
Little River Sub Watershed Structure No. 19 has a dam height of 35 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 Little River Sub Watershed Structure No. 19 last inspected?
Little River Sub Watershed Structure No. 19 was last inspected on April 10, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.