Soque River Ws Str # 13 Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Soque River WS Str # 13 is a crucial water structure located in Harvest Community, Habersham, Georgia, designed by the Natural Resources Conservation Service.


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Summary

Completed in 1975, this earth dam stands at 53 feet high with a length of 475 feet, providing flood risk reduction for the surrounding area along Beaverdam Creek. With a storage capacity of 412 acre-feet and a drainage area of 960 acres, this dam plays a vital role in managing water resources in the region.

Despite its important function, Soque River WS Str # 13 is currently assessed as being in poor condition, with a high hazard potential. The last inspection in March 2017 raised concerns about its structural integrity, highlighting the need for immediate attention and potential risk management measures. Given its moderate risk rating, it is essential for the state regulatory agency, GA-SAFE DAMS PROGRAM, to enforce regular inspections and ensure that emergency action plans are in place to mitigate any potential threats to the surrounding community.

As water resource and climate enthusiasts, it is crucial to monitor the condition of Soque River WS Str # 13 closely and advocate for necessary maintenance and upgrades to ensure its continued functionality in flood risk reduction. By staying informed and actively engaging with relevant state agencies, we can help safeguard this vital water structure and protect the local ecosystem from potential hazards.

Year Completed

1975

Dam Length

475

Dam Height

53

River Or Stream

BEAVERDAM CREEK

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

5

Drainage Area

960

Nid Storage

412

Outlet Gates

Uncontrolled

Hazard Potential

High

Foundations

Unlisted/Unknown

Nid Height

53
       
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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.