Steve Bradshaw Lake Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Steve Bradshaw Lake Dam in Woodstock, Georgia, is a privately owned earth dam primarily used for recreation purposes.


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Summary

Built in 1980 by the Soil Conservation Service (SCS), the dam stands at 27.3 feet high with a storage capacity of 30.6 acre-feet. With a low hazard potential and moderate risk assessment, the dam has not been rated for its condition but undergoes inspections every five years to ensure safety.

Located in Cherokee County, Georgia, the Steve Bradshaw Lake Dam poses minimal risk to the surrounding area due to its low hazard potential. Despite being uncontrolled, the dam's spillway type and outlet gates present no immediate threat to the community. With its picturesque setting and potential for outdoor activities, this dam serves as a recreational haven for water resource and climate enthusiasts in the region.

Overall, Steve Bradshaw Lake Dam is a well-maintained structure that provides both recreational opportunities and a sense of safety to the local community. Its design by the SCS and regular inspections contribute to its reliability and low hazard potential. As a significant feature in the Nashville District, this dam stands as a testament to responsible water resource management in Georgia.

Year Completed

1980

Dam Length

225

Dam Height

27.3

River Or Stream

UNKNOWN

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

2

Hydraulic Height

23.6

Nid Storage

30.6

Outlet Gates

Uncontrolled

Hazard Potential

Low

Foundations

Unlisted/Unknown

Nid Height

27
       
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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.