Yellow River Rc&D WS Str. Y-3
Key Takeaway
Yellow River Rc&D WS Str. Y-3 is classified as high hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1967 and is 59 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 36 ft (taller than 88.1% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 750 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 495 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 60 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 12 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1967 (59 years old) |
| NID ID | GA00588 |
Safety Information
Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
Gwinnett County Board of Commissioners Gwinnett County SWCD
State Government
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High Hazard 35 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Yellow River Rc&D WS Str. Y-3?
Yellow River Rc&D WS Str. Y-3 is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Yellow River Rc&D WS Str. Y-3?
Yellow River Rc&D WS Str. Y-3 is owned by Gwinnett County Board of Commissioners Gwinnett County SWCD (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Yellow River Rc&D WS Str. Y-3 built?
Yellow River Rc&D WS Str. Y-3 was completed in 1967, making it 59 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 Yellow River Rc&D WS Str. Y-3?
Yellow River Rc&D WS Str. Y-3 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 Yellow River Rc&D WS Str. Y-3?
Yellow River Rc&D WS Str. Y-3 has a dam height of 36 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 Yellow River Rc&D WS Str. Y-3 last inspected?
Yellow River Rc&D WS Str. Y-3 was last inspected on January 27, 2016. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.