Plantation Creek

Harris, Georgia· Earth· 38 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Plantation Creek is classified as low hazard in Georgia. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 38 ft (taller than 90.1% in GA)
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage194 acre-ft
Normal Storage140 acre-ft
Surface Area11 acres
NID IDGA05578

Safety Information

Low Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: November 1, 2007
State Regulated: No

Ownership

Plantation Creek Assoc. Inc.

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Plantation Creek?

Plantation Creek 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 Plantation Creek?

Plantation Creek is owned by Plantation Creek Assoc. Inc. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Plantation Creek?

Plantation Creek serves the following purposes: Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Plantation Creek?

Plantation Creek has a dam height of 38 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 Plantation Creek last inspected?

Plantation Creek was last inspected on November 1, 2007. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.