Soque Creek W/S Str. #44
Key Takeaway
Soque Creek W/S Str. #44 is classified as high hazard in Georgia. Its primary use is recreation. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 28 ft (taller than 69.6% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 400 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 854 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 0 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 0 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1,792 sq mi |
| NID ID | GA06212 |
Safety Information
Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
Habersham County Board of Commissioners Upper Chattahoochee River SWCD
State Government
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High Hazard 59 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Soque Creek W/S Str. #44?
Soque Creek W/S Str. #44 is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Soque Creek W/S Str. #44?
Soque Creek W/S Str. #44 is owned by Habersham County Board of Commissioners Upper Chattahoochee River SWCD (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Soque Creek W/S Str. #44?
Soque Creek W/S Str. #44 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 Soque Creek W/S Str. #44?
Soque Creek W/S Str. #44 has a dam height of 28 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 Soque Creek W/S Str. #44 last inspected?
Soque Creek W/S Str. #44 was last inspected on March 9, 2016. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.