Brammett Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Brammett Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1966 and is 60 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 24 ft (taller than 54.4% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 285 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 109 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 39 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 8 acres |
| Year Completed | 1966 (60 years old) |
| NID ID | GA02418 |
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
Bramlett, Wayne
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Brammett Lake Dam?
Brammett 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 Brammett Lake Dam?
Brammett Lake Dam is owned by Bramlett, Wayne (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Brammett Lake Dam built?
Brammett Lake Dam was completed in 1966, making it 60 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.
What is the primary purpose of Brammett Lake Dam?
Brammett 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 Brammett Lake Dam?
Brammett Lake Dam has a dam height of 24 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 Brammett Lake Dam last inspected?
Brammett Lake Dam was last inspected on September 1, 1984. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.