Little River WS Str # 2
Key Takeaway
Little River WS Str # 2 is classified as high hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1972 and is 54 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 | 33 ft (taller than 83.4% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 1,100 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 914 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 53 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 12 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1972 (54 years old) |
| NID ID | GA02042 |
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
Haralson County Board of Commissioners
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Little River WS Str # 2?
Little River WS Str # 2 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 WS Str # 2?
Little River WS Str # 2 is owned by Haralson County Board of Commissioners (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Little River WS Str # 2 built?
Little River WS Str # 2 was completed in 1972, making it 54 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 WS Str # 2?
Little River WS Str # 2 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 WS Str # 2?
Little River WS Str # 2 has a dam height of 33 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 WS Str # 2 last inspected?
Little River WS Str # 2 was last inspected on January 18, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.