Palmetto Creek Watershed Structure No. 10
Key Takeaway
Palmetto Creek Watershed Structure No. 10 is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1960 and is 66 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 40 ft (taller than 91.5% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 450 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 1.5K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 54 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 12 acres |
| Drainage Area | 2,250 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1960 (66 years old) |
| NID ID | GA01645 |
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
Pine Mountain SWCD
State Government
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Low Hazard 38 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Palmetto Creek Watershed Structure No. 10?
Palmetto Creek Watershed Structure No. 10 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 Palmetto Creek Watershed Structure No. 10?
Palmetto Creek Watershed Structure No. 10 is owned by Pine Mountain SWCD (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Palmetto Creek Watershed Structure No. 10 built?
Palmetto Creek Watershed Structure No. 10 was completed in 1960, making it 66 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 Palmetto Creek Watershed Structure No. 10?
Palmetto Creek Watershed Structure No. 10 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 Palmetto Creek Watershed Structure No. 10?
Palmetto Creek Watershed Structure No. 10 has a dam height of 40 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 Palmetto Creek Watershed Structure No. 10 last inspected?
Palmetto Creek Watershed Structure No. 10 was last inspected on February 18, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.