North Broad River WS Str # 1, located in Stephens County, Georgia, is a state-owned earth dam designed by the Natural Resources Conservation Service (SCS) for flood risk reduction along Clarks Creek.
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Completed in 1961, this dam stands at a height of 27 feet and has a length of 732 feet, providing a storage capacity of 596 acre-feet. The dam is classified as having a low hazard potential and a moderate risk assessment level, making it a vital structure in managing potential flooding in the area.
Despite its age, the condition of North Broad River WS Str # 1 has not been formally assessed, with the last inspection conducted in March 2017. The dam is equipped with uncontrolled spillways and outlet gates, and is not regulated by the state. With its location in the Martin Community and its primary purpose of flood risk reduction, this dam serves as a critical infrastructure in protecting the surrounding area from potential inundation events. As a key component of the water resource management system, ongoing monitoring and maintenance of this dam are essential to ensure its continued effectiveness in flood control.
Year Completed |
1961 |
Dam Length |
732 |
Dam Height |
27 |
River Or Stream |
CLARKS CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
17 |
Nid Storage |
596 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
27 |
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