South Fork River Ws Str # 27 Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
South Fork River WS Str # 27, also known as South Fork Broad River W/S Str #27, is a state-owned dam located in Madison, Georgia.
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Summary
Constructed in 1967 by the Natural Resources Conservation Service, this Earth dam stands 53 feet tall and spans a length of 10,906 feet along the South Fork Broad River. With a storage capacity of 437 acre-feet and a surface area of 66 acres, the dam serves primarily for flood risk reduction in the area.
Despite its critical purpose, South Fork River WS Str # 27 poses a high hazard potential due to its poor condition, as assessed in 2017. The dam's inspection frequency is set at every 2 years, with the last assessment conducted in March 2017. The risk assessment categorizes the dam as having a moderate risk level, highlighting the need for ongoing monitoring and potential risk management measures to ensure the safety and integrity of the structure.
Given its importance in flood risk mitigation for the surrounding area, South Fork River WS Str # 27 serves as a vital infrastructure component in the region. It underscores the significance of proactive maintenance and monitoring to safeguard against potential hazards and ensure the continued protection of the community and environment against the impacts of extreme weather events and climate variability.
Year Completed |
1967 |
Dam Length |
10906 |
Dam Height |
53 |
River Or Stream |
SOUTH FORK BROAD RIVER |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
66 |
Drainage Area |
10906 |
Nid Storage |
437 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
High |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
53 |
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Condition Assessment
SatisfactoryNo 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
HighDams 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.
South Fork River Ws Str # 27