Little Satilla WS Str # 11
Key Takeaway
Little Satilla WS Str # 11 is classified as low hazard in Georgia. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 16 ft (taller than 24.2% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 645 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 111 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 58 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 10 acres |
| Drainage Area | 237 sq mi |
| NID ID | GA04711 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
Satilla River S&wc
State Government
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Low Hazard 16 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Little Satilla WS Str # 11?
Little Satilla WS Str # 11 is classified as Low Hazard. No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Little Satilla WS Str # 11?
Little Satilla WS Str # 11 is owned by Satilla River S&wc (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Little Satilla WS Str # 11?
Little Satilla WS Str # 11 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 Satilla WS Str # 11?
Little Satilla WS Str # 11 has a dam height of 16 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 Satilla WS Str # 11 last inspected?
Little Satilla WS Str # 11 was last inspected on April 19, 2016. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.