Rush Creek Water Supply Dam
Key Takeaway
Rush Creek Water Supply Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. Its primary use is water supply.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 62 ft (taller than 97.9% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 1,050 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 4.1K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 2.7K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 103 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| NID ID | GA06449 |
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
City of Manchester
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Rush Creek Water Supply Dam?
Rush Creek Water Supply 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 Rush Creek Water Supply Dam?
Rush Creek Water Supply Dam is owned by City of Manchester (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Rush Creek Water Supply Dam?
Rush Creek Water Supply Dam serves the following purposes: Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Rush Creek Water Supply Dam?
Rush Creek Water Supply Dam has a dam height of 62 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 Rush Creek Water Supply Dam last inspected?
Rush Creek Water Supply Dam was last inspected on July 13, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.