North Broad River Ws Str # 17 Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

North Broad River WS Str # 17, located in Franklin, Georgia, is a state-regulated earth dam completed in 1963 for the primary purpose of recreation.


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Summary

With a height of 34 feet and a length of 560 feet, this dam has a storage capacity of 397 acre-feet and serves a drainage area of 832 acres. Despite its relatively small size, the dam is classified as having a high hazard potential and a poor condition assessment as of its last inspection in June 2016.

Managed by the Georgia-SAFE DAMS PROGRAM, this structure is designed by the Natural Resources Conservation Service and falls under the jurisdiction of the state regulatory agency. The dam is equipped with uncontrolled spillways and outlets, posing a moderate risk in case of failure. While the dam's risk assessment indicates a potential for hazard, there are no current risk management measures or emergency action plans in place. With its close proximity to the North Broad River, this dam serves as a vital component of the local water resource infrastructure, highlighting the importance of regular inspection and maintenance to ensure public safety and environmental protection in the area.

Year Completed

1963

Dam Length

560

Dam Height

34

River Or Stream

UNKNOWN

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

6

Drainage Area

832

Nid Storage

397

Outlet Gates

Uncontrolled

Hazard Potential

High

Foundations

Unlisted/Unknown

Nid Height

34
       
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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.