Little Sandy - Trail Creek W/S Str. #1
Key Takeaway
Little Sandy - Trail Creek W/S Str. #1 is classified as high hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1971 and is 55 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 | 34 ft (taller than 85% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 547 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 885 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 41 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 11 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1,019 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1971 (55 years old) |
| Year Modified | 2010 |
| NID ID | GA00424 |
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
Broad River SWCD Madison County Board of Commissioners
State Government
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High Hazard 35 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Little Sandy - Trail Creek W/S Str. #1?
Little Sandy - Trail Creek W/S Str. #1 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 Sandy - Trail Creek W/S Str. #1?
Little Sandy - Trail Creek W/S Str. #1 is owned by Broad River SWCD Madison County Board of Commissioners (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Little Sandy - Trail Creek W/S Str. #1 built?
Little Sandy - Trail Creek W/S Str. #1 was completed in 1971, making it 55 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 Sandy - Trail Creek W/S Str. #1?
Little Sandy - Trail Creek W/S Str. #1 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 Sandy - Trail Creek W/S Str. #1?
Little Sandy - Trail Creek W/S Str. #1 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 Sandy - Trail Creek W/S Str. #1 last inspected?
Little Sandy - Trail Creek W/S Str. #1 was last inspected on January 24, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.