Middle Fork Broad River Ws Str # 2 Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Middle Fork Broad River WS Str # 2 is a state-owned earth dam located in Banks, Georgia, specifically in the Baldwin Community.


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Summary

Built in 1970 by the Natural Resources Conservation Service, this dam stands at a height of 53 feet with a length of 300 feet, providing flood risk reduction for the surrounding area along Wofford Creek. With a maximum storage capacity of 413 acre-feet and a normal storage capacity of 73 acre-feet, this dam covers a surface area of 8 acres and drains a 1.7 square mile watershed.

Despite being categorized with a low hazard potential, Middle Fork Broad River WS Str # 2 holds a moderate risk assessment due to its condition being ungraded and the lack of an Emergency Action Plan (EAP) in place. The last inspection took place in October 2012, with a scheduled inspection frequency of every 5 years. While the dam is currently not rated for its condition, it serves as a critical infrastructure for flood risk management in the region. The dam features an uncontrolled spillway and outlet gates, with no associated structures and no locks.

This dam plays a crucial role in mitigating flood risks in the area, highlighting the importance of regular inspections and maintenance to ensure its structural integrity. Water resource and climate enthusiasts will find Middle Fork Broad River WS Str # 2 to be a significant component of the local watershed management system, contributing to the overall resilience of the region against potential flooding events.

Year Completed

1970

Dam Length

300

Dam Height

53

River Or Stream

WOFFORD CREEK

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

8

Drainage Area

1.7

Nid Storage

413

Outlet Gates

Uncontrolled

Hazard Potential

Low

Foundations

Unlisted/Unknown

Nid Height

53
       
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Condition Assessment

Satisfactory
No existing or potential dam safety deficiencies are recognized. Acceptable performance is expected under all loading conditions (static, hydrologic, seismic) in accordance with the minimum applicable state or federal regulatory criteria or tolerable risk guidelines.
Fair
No existing dam safety deficiencies are recognized for normal operating conditions. Rare or extreme hydrologic and/or seismic events may result in a dam safety deficiency. Risk may be in the range to take further action. Note: Rare or extreme event is defined by the regulatory agency based on their minimum
Poor A dam safety deficiency is recognized for normal operating conditions which may realistically occur. Remedial action is necessary. POOR may also be used when uncertainties exist as to critical analysis parameters which identify a potential dam safety deficiency. Investigations and studies are necessary.
Unsatisfactory
A dam safety deficiency is recognized that requires immediate or emergency remedial action for problem resolution.
Not Rated
The dam has not been inspected, is not under state or federal jurisdiction, or has been inspected but, for whatever reason, has not been rated.
Not Available
Dams for which the condition assessment is restricted to approved government users.

Hazard Potential Classification

High
Dams assigned the high hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation will probably cause loss of human life.
Significant
Dams assigned the significant hazard potential classification are those dams where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life but can cause economic loss, environment damage, disruption of lifeline facilities, or impact other concerns. Significant hazard potential classification dams are often located in predominantly rural or agricultural areas but could be in areas with population and significant infrastructure.
Low
Dams assigned the low hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life and low economic and/or environmental losses. Losses are principally limited to the owner's property.
Undetermined
Dams for which a downstream hazard potential has not been designated or is not provided.
Not Available
Dams for which the downstream hazard potential is restricted to approved government users.