North Fork Broad River Ws Str # 4 Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

North Fork Broad River WS Str # 4, also known as Stonecypher Lake Dam, is a state-owned earth dam located in Stephens, Georgia.


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Summary

Built in 1957 by the Natural Resources Conservation Service, the dam stands at 36 feet high and stretches 708 feet in length. Its primary purpose is flood risk reduction for the Freeman Creek, with a storage capacity of 1576 acre-feet and a drainage area of 2060 acres.

Despite being unregulated by the state and having a low hazard potential, the dam is inspected every five years to ensure its structural integrity. The dam features an uncontrolled spillway and outlet gates, with a moderate risk assessment rating of 3. While the condition of the dam is currently not rated, the risk management measures and emergency action plan for the dam are not specified, indicating a potential area for improvement in terms of preparedness and response in case of emergencies.

North Fork Broad River WS Str # 4 serves as a crucial infrastructure for flood mitigation in the region, highlighting the importance of regular inspections and maintenance to ensure its continued functionality. With its strategic location and design features, the dam plays a vital role in protecting the surrounding areas from potential flooding events, underscoring the significance of water resource management and climate resilience in safeguarding communities and ecosystems.

Year Completed

1957

Dam Length

708

Dam Height

36

River Or Stream

FREEMAN CREEK

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

40

Drainage Area

2060

Nid Storage

1576

Outlet Gates

Uncontrolled

Hazard Potential

Low

Foundations

Unlisted/Unknown

Nid Height

36
       
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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.