Rocky Creek Dam
Key Takeaway
Rocky Creek Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1956 and is 70 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 17 ft (taller than 28.7% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 670 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 180 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 45 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 10 acres |
| Drainage Area | 415 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1956 (70 years old) |
| NID ID | GA02696 |
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
Wilkesn Mary
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Rocky Creek Dam?
Rocky Creek Dam 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 Rocky Creek Dam?
Rocky Creek Dam is owned by Wilkesn Mary (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Rocky Creek Dam built?
Rocky Creek Dam was completed in 1956, making it 70 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 Rocky Creek Dam?
Rocky Creek Dam serves the following purposes: Irrigation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Rocky Creek Dam?
Rocky Creek Dam has a dam height of 17 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 Rocky Creek Dam last inspected?
Rocky Creek Dam was last inspected on May 1, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.