North Fork Broad River WS Str # 2

DENMANS CREEK· Stephens, Georgia· Built 1955· Earth· 41 ft tall
Low Hazard Flood Risk Reduction State Government

Key Takeaway

North Fork Broad River WS Str # 2 is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1955 and is 71 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.

Physical Details

Dam Height 41 ft (taller than 92.5% in GA)
Dam Length490 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage152 acre-ft
Normal Storage20 acre-ft
Surface Area5 acres
Drainage Area474 sq mi
Year Completed1955 (71 years old)
NID IDGA00477

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: March 1, 2017
State Regulated: No

Ownership

Georgia Soil and Conservation Commision II

State Government

Nearby Dams

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of North Fork Broad River WS Str # 2?

North Fork Broad River WS Str # 2 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 Fork Broad River WS Str # 2?

North Fork Broad River WS Str # 2 is owned by Georgia Soil and Conservation Commision II (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was North Fork Broad River WS Str # 2 built?

North Fork Broad River WS Str # 2 was completed in 1955, making it 71 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 Fork Broad River WS Str # 2?

North Fork Broad River WS Str # 2 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 Fork Broad River WS Str # 2?

North Fork Broad River WS Str # 2 has a dam height of 41 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 Fork Broad River WS Str # 2 last inspected?

North Fork Broad River WS Str # 2 was last inspected on March 1, 2017. 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.