Sope Creek Dam
Key Takeaway
Sope Creek Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 25 ft (taller than 58.1% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 200 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 28 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 15 acre-ft |
| NID ID | GA07100 |
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
DOI NPS
Federal Government
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What is the hazard classification of Sope Creek Dam?
Sope 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 Sope Creek Dam?
Sope Creek Dam is owned by DOI NPS (Federal Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
How tall is Sope Creek Dam?
Sope Creek Dam has a dam height of 25 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 Sope Creek Dam last inspected?
Sope Creek Dam was last inspected on June 28, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.