Morgan Falls

High HazardSatisfactory ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes

Location

StateGeorgia
CountyCobb
Nearest CitySandy Springs
River/StreamChattahoochee
Coordinates33.96810, -84.38410

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeGravity
NID Height65 ft
Dam Height65 ft
Dam Length895.8 ft
Year Completed1903 (123 years old)

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage3,150 acre-ft
Max Storage3,150 acre-ft
Normal Storage3,150 acre-ft
Surface Area750 acres
Drainage Area1,340 sq mi
Max Discharge161,700 cfs
Spillway TypeControlled

Ownership & Safety

PurposeHydroelectric
OwnerGeorgia Power Company
Owner TypePublic Utility
Hazard ClassificationHigh
Condition AssessmentSatisfactory
Last Inspection08/03/2022
Emergency Action PlanYes

Identifiers

NID IDGA00842
Federal IDGA00842
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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