South Fork Broad WS Str River # 01
Key Takeaway
South Fork Broad WS Str River # 01 is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1968 and is 58 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 33 ft (taller than 83.4% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 350 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 609 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 8 acres |
| Drainage Area | 971 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1968 (58 years old) |
| NID ID | GA00417 |
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
Broad River S&wcd-Washington
State Government
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Unknown 41 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of South Fork Broad WS Str River # 01?
South Fork Broad WS Str River # 01 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 South Fork Broad WS Str River # 01?
South Fork Broad WS Str River # 01 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 WS Str River # 01 built?
South Fork Broad WS Str River # 01 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 WS Str River # 01?
South Fork Broad WS Str River # 01 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 WS Str River # 01?
South Fork Broad WS Str River # 01 has a dam height of 33 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 WS Str River # 01 last inspected?
South Fork Broad WS Str River # 01 was last inspected on August 17, 2016. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.