Bobby Brown Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Bobby Brown Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 7 ft (taller than 0.2% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 615 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 122 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 59 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 18 acres |
| NID ID | GA04706 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
Brown, B.L. Graddy, Richard D.
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Bobby Brown Lake Dam?
Bobby Brown Lake Dam is classified as Low Hazard. No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Bobby Brown Lake Dam?
Bobby Brown Lake Dam is owned by Brown, B.L. Graddy, Richard D. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Bobby Brown Lake Dam?
Bobby Brown Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Bobby Brown Lake Dam?
Bobby Brown Lake Dam has a dam height of 7 ft. Dam height is measured from the natural streambed at the downstream toe to the top of the dam, and may differ from the visible height.
When was Bobby Brown Lake Dam last inspected?
Bobby Brown Lake Dam was last inspected on July 13, 2016. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.