Watershed Flood Control Dams
Program Description/Purpose: To provide for the proper operation and maintenance of the Districts' 357 USDA-constructed flood control watershed structures in Georgia and bring Category I watershed structures into compliance with Georgia's Safe Dams Act.
Program Purpose: To provide flood retarding, water quality, recreation, and water supply benefits to GA's citizens.
Program Goals: To provide financial and technical assistance to insure that District/USDA dams comply with Georgia's Safe Dams Act and maintain their structural integrity and operate effectively to continue to provide multi-purpose use, along with flood control protection.
Before and After Maintenance Pictures
Little River Dam #40, Fulton County, Maintenance of Back Slope
Middle Oconee River Dam #15, Jackson County, Plunge Pool Repair
North Broad River Dam #5, Franklin County, Back Slope Maintenance
Little River Dam #39, Fulton County, Front Slope Maintenance
