North Broad River Ws Str # 28 Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
North Broad River WS Str # 28 is a state-regulated earth dam located in Franklin, Georgia, specifically in the city of Canon.
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Summary
Built in 1964 by the Natural Resources Conservation Service, this dam serves primarily for flood risk reduction purposes along the Double Branch river or stream. Standing at a height of 36 feet and with a length of 1020 feet, the dam has a capacity to store up to 1069 acre-feet of water, providing vital protection to the surrounding area against potential flooding events.
Despite its important role in mitigating flood risks, North Broad River WS Str # 28 has been classified as having a high hazard potential and a poor condition assessment as of its last inspection in June 2016. With an inspection frequency of every 2 years, the dam's emergency action plan status and risk assessment level remain unclear, raising concerns about its overall safety and maintenance. Given its critical location and function, there is a pressing need for ongoing monitoring and potential rehabilitation efforts to ensure the continued effectiveness and safety of this essential water resource infrastructure for the community and local ecosystem.
As an earth dam with uncontrolled spillways and outlet gates, North Broad River WS Str # 28 poses both a moderate risk of failure and a significant challenge in managing potential emergencies. With its high hazard potential and poor condition assessment, there is a clear urgency for improved risk management measures and potentially an updated emergency action plan to address any potential threats or vulnerabilities. As water resource and climate enthusiasts, it is crucial to advocate for the necessary resources and support to safeguard this critical infrastructure and protect the surrounding area from the impacts of flooding events in the future.
Year Completed |
1964 |
Dam Length |
1020 |
Dam Height |
36 |
River Or Stream |
DOUBLE BRANCH |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
23 |
Nid Storage |
1069 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
High |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
36 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Beaverdam Creek Ab Elberton Ga
|
46cfs |
Broad River Above Carlton
|
418cfs |
South Fork Broad River At Carlton
|
87cfs |
Tallulah River Ab Powerhouse
|
45cfs |
Rocky River Nr Starr
|
58cfs |
Chattahoochee River Near Cornelia
|
399cfs |
Dam Data Reference
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.
Area Campgrounds
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Victoria Bryant State Park
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Tugaloo State Park
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Lake Hartwell State Park
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Hart State Park
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North Broad River Ws Str # 28