Saddle Dam A

Georgia — Rabun County — Tallulah River

Location

StateGeorgia
CountyRabun
RiverTallulah River
Coordinates34.77156, -83.41845

Physical Characteristics

NID Height78 ft
Dam Height78 ft
Dam Length370 ft
NID Storage31,000 acre-ft
Max Storage31,000 acre-ft
Surface Area834 acres

Safety Classification

Hazard PotentialHigh
Condition AssessmentSatisfactory
EAP StatusYes
Last InspectionMarch 29, 2023
Inspection Frequency1

Dam Information

Year Completed1925
Primary PurposeHydroelectric
Dam TypeEarth
Owner TypePublic Utility
OwnerGeorgia Power Company

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About This Dam Record

Dam safety data is maintained by the Army Corps of Engineers National Inventory of Dams (NID). High-hazard dams are those where failure could cause loss of life or major property damage downstream.

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