Augusta Canal Right Embankment

High HazardSatisfactory ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes

Location

StateGeorgia
CountyRichmond
Nearest CityAugusta
River/StreamAugusta Canal
Coordinates33.48626, -81.99333

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeEarth
NID Height14 ft
Dam Height14 ft
Dam Length36,082 ft
Year Completed1847 (179 years old)

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage1,100 acre-ft
Normal Storage1,100 acre-ft
Surface Area110 acres
Drainage Area37 sq mi
Spillway TypeNone

Ownership & Safety

PurposeWater Supply
OwnerCity of Augusta, Georgia
Owner TypeLocal Government
Hazard ClassificationHigh
Condition AssessmentSatisfactory
Last Inspection03/04/2026
Emergency Action PlanYes

Identifiers

NID IDGA06398
Federal IDGA06398S002
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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