Middle Fork Broad River WS Str # 17, located in Banks, Georgia, is a state-owned dam constructed in 1968 by the Natural Resources Conservation Service.
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The dam, with a height of 43 feet and a length of 420 feet, serves the primary purpose of flood risk reduction along Brady Creek. It has a storage capacity of 866 acre-feet and covers a surface area of 12 acres, impacting a drainage area of 1636 acres.
Although the dam is classified as having a low hazard potential, it is rated as having a moderate risk level. The last inspection of the dam was conducted in October 2012, with an inspection frequency of 5 years. While the dam is currently in a condition that is not rated, it is important for water resource and climate enthusiasts to stay informed about its ongoing maintenance and any potential risk management measures that may be implemented in the future to ensure the safety and integrity of the structure.
Year Completed |
1968 |
Dam Length |
420 |
Dam Height |
43 |
River Or Stream |
BRADY CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
12 |
Drainage Area |
1636 |
Nid Storage |
866 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
43 |
Chattahoochee River Near Cornelia
|
322cfs |
Chattahoochee River Near Leaf
|
172cfs |
Tallulah River Ab Powerhouse
|
42cfs |
Chattahoochee River At Helen
|
63cfs |
Chattooga River Near Clayton
|
243cfs |
Chestatee River Near Dahlonega
|
141cfs |
| Location | Reservations | Toilets |
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Lake Russell Recreation Area
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Lake Russell
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Toccoa Falls College RV Park
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