Little Tallapoosa River Watershed Structure No. 2
Key Takeaway
Little Tallapoosa River Watershed Structure No. 2 is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1964 and is 62 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 32 ft (taller than 81% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 345 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 454 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 35 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 9 acres |
| Drainage Area | 560 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1964 (62 years old) |
| NID ID | GA01166 |
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
West Georgia S & Wcd
State Government
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Low Hazard 30 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Little Tallapoosa River Watershed Structure No. 2?
Little Tallapoosa River Watershed Structure No. 2 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 Tallapoosa River Watershed Structure No. 2?
Little Tallapoosa River Watershed Structure No. 2 is owned by West Georgia S & Wcd (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Little Tallapoosa River Watershed Structure No. 2 built?
Little Tallapoosa River Watershed Structure No. 2 was completed in 1964, making it 62 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 Tallapoosa River Watershed Structure No. 2?
Little Tallapoosa River Watershed Structure No. 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 Tallapoosa River Watershed Structure No. 2?
Little Tallapoosa River Watershed Structure No. 2 has a dam height of 32 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 Tallapoosa River Watershed Structure No. 2 last inspected?
Little Tallapoosa River Watershed Structure No. 2 was last inspected on September 14, 2016. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.