South Fork Broad River WS #19
Key Takeaway
South Fork Broad River WS #19 is classified as high hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1968 and is 58 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction. 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 | 41 ft (taller than 92.5% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 510 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 1.8K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 120 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 25 acres |
| Drainage Area | 3,854 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1968 (58 years old) |
| NID ID | GA00418 |
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
Broad River S&wcd-Washington
State Government
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What is the hazard classification of South Fork Broad River WS #19?
South Fork Broad River WS #19 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 South Fork Broad River WS #19?
South Fork Broad River WS #19 is owned by Broad River S&wcd-Washington (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was South Fork Broad River WS #19 built?
South Fork Broad River WS #19 was completed in 1968, making it 58 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 South Fork Broad River WS #19?
South Fork Broad River WS #19 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 South Fork Broad River WS #19?
South Fork Broad River WS #19 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 South Fork Broad River WS #19 last inspected?
South Fork Broad River WS #19 was last inspected on August 16, 2016. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.