South Fork River WS Str # 46
Key Takeaway
South Fork River WS Str # 46 is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1966 and is 60 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 32 ft (taller than 81% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 560 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 750 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 23 acres |
| Drainage Area | 2,044 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1966 (60 years old) |
| NID ID | GA00432 |
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
Madison County Commissioners
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of South Fork River WS Str # 46?
South Fork River WS Str # 46 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 River WS Str # 46?
South Fork River WS Str # 46 is owned by Madison County Commissioners (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was South Fork River WS Str # 46 built?
South Fork River WS Str # 46 was completed in 1966, making it 60 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 River WS Str # 46?
South Fork River WS Str # 46 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 River WS Str # 46?
South Fork River WS Str # 46 has a dam height of 32 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 River WS Str # 46 last inspected?
South Fork River WS Str # 46 was last inspected on April 13, 2016. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.