Pumpkinvine Creek Watershed Structure No. 13

Name unknown· Paulding, Georgia· Earth· 27 ft tall
Low Hazard Flood Risk Reduction State Government

Key Takeaway

Pumpkinvine Creek Watershed Structure No. 13 is classified as low hazard in Georgia. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.

Physical Details

Dam Height 27 ft (taller than 65.9% in GA)
Dam Length324 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage477 acre-ft
Normal Storage36 acre-ft
Surface Area10 acres
Drainage Area750 sq mi
NID IDGA00005

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: July 18, 2018
State Regulated: No

Ownership

Coosa River Soil and Water Conservation District

State Government

Nearby Dams

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Pumpkinvine Creek Watershed Structure No. 13?

Pumpkinvine Creek Watershed Structure No. 13 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 Pumpkinvine Creek Watershed Structure No. 13?

Pumpkinvine Creek Watershed Structure No. 13 is owned by Coosa River Soil and Water Conservation District (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Pumpkinvine Creek Watershed Structure No. 13?

Pumpkinvine Creek Watershed Structure No. 13 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 Pumpkinvine Creek Watershed Structure No. 13?

Pumpkinvine Creek Watershed Structure No. 13 has a dam height of 27 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 Pumpkinvine Creek Watershed Structure No. 13 last inspected?

Pumpkinvine Creek Watershed Structure No. 13 was last inspected on July 18, 2018. 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.