North Broad River WS Str # 4
Key Takeaway
North Broad River WS Str # 4 is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1961 and is 65 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 37 ft (taller than 89.2% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 564 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 325 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 277 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 11 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1961 (65 years old) |
| NID ID | GA00503 |
Safety Information
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?
Ownership
ROGER & ANNIE B WEAVER
Private
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Low Hazard 22 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of North Broad River WS Str # 4?
North Broad River WS Str # 4 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 North Broad River WS Str # 4?
North Broad River WS Str # 4 is owned by ROGER & ANNIE B WEAVER (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was North Broad River WS Str # 4 built?
North Broad River WS Str # 4 was completed in 1961, making it 65 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.
What is the primary purpose of North Broad River WS Str # 4?
North Broad River WS Str # 4 serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is North Broad River WS Str # 4?
North Broad River WS Str # 4 has a dam height of 37 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 North Broad River WS Str # 4 last inspected?
North Broad River WS Str # 4 was last inspected on June 22, 2016. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.