Stoehr Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Stoehr Dam, located in Madison, Georgia, was completed in 1974 and stands at a height of 22 feet, with a primary purpose of providing recreational opportunities.


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Summary

Managed by a private owner, the dam is classified as an earth-type structure with a buttress core and uncontrolled spillway, offering a storage capacity of 71 acre-feet. The dam is situated on the Little Scull Shoal Creek and covers a surface area of 6 acres.

Despite its low hazard potential and moderate risk assessment, Stoehr Dam has not been rated in terms of its condition assessment. The dam has not undergone recent inspections and lacks certain emergency preparedness measures, such as an Emergency Action Plan (EAP) and updated contact information. With its serene location and potential for recreation, stakeholders and water resource enthusiasts should remain mindful of the need for regular maintenance and monitoring to ensure the safety and longevity of Stoehr Dam for future generations.

Year Completed

1974

Dam Length

475

Dam Height

22

River Or Stream

LITTLE SCULL SHOAL CREEK

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

6

Hydraulic Height

20

Nid Storage

71

Outlet Gates

Uncontrolled

Hazard Potential

Low

Foundations

Unlisted/Unknown

Nid Height

22
       
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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.
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