Little River Watershed Structure No. 31
Key Takeaway
Little River Watershed Structure No. 31 is classified as unknown in Georgia. It was completed in 1962 and is 64 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 34 ft (taller than 85% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 565 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 1.1K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 107 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 29 acres |
| Drainage Area | 2,099 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1962 (64 years old) |
| NID ID | GA01509 |
Safety Information
Hazard potential has not been determined.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
Fulton County SWCD
State Government
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What is the hazard classification of Little River Watershed Structure No. 31?
Little River Watershed Structure No. 31 is classified as Unknown. Hazard potential has not been determined. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Little River Watershed Structure No. 31?
Little River Watershed Structure No. 31 is owned by Fulton County SWCD (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Little River Watershed Structure No. 31 built?
Little River Watershed Structure No. 31 was completed in 1962, making it 64 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 Watershed Structure No. 31?
Little River Watershed Structure No. 31 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 Watershed Structure No. 31?
Little River Watershed Structure No. 31 has a dam height of 34 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 Watershed Structure No. 31 last inspected?
Little River Watershed Structure No. 31 was last inspected on June 7, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.