Bradshaw Lake Dam

AVERY CREEK· Cherokee, Georgia· Earth· 29 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Bradshaw Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 29 ft (taller than 73.2% in GA)
Dam Length537 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage735 acre-ft
Surface Area23 acres
Drainage Area1,380 sq mi
Max Discharge735 cfs
NID IDGA02493

Safety Information

Low Hazard

No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected.

Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: April 1, 2001
State Regulated: No

Ownership

Harmony on the Lakes @ Holly Springs Community Assoc

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Bradshaw Lake Dam?

Bradshaw Lake Dam is classified as Low Hazard. No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.

Who owns and operates Bradshaw Lake Dam?

Bradshaw Lake Dam is owned by Harmony on the Lakes @ Holly Springs Community Assoc (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Bradshaw Lake Dam?

Bradshaw Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Bradshaw Lake Dam?

Bradshaw Lake Dam has a dam height of 29 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 Bradshaw Lake Dam last inspected?

Bradshaw Lake Dam was last inspected on April 1, 2001. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.