Brannen Lake Dam # 1
Key Takeaway
Brannen Lake Dam # 1 is classified as low hazard in Georgia. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 19 ft (taller than 36.5% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 660 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 358 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 157 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 35 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1,850 sq mi |
| NID ID | GA03293 |
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
Brannen, Aulbert
Private
Nearby Dams
Riggs Lake Dam (South)
Bulloch, GA
Low Hazard 18 ftJames Tillman Pond Dam
Bulloch, GA
Low Hazard 7 ftRiggs Pond Dam (North)
Bulloch, GA
Low Hazard 8 ftCypress Lake Dam
Bulloch, GA
Low Hazard 13 ftAkins Lake Dam
Bulloch, GA
Low Hazard 11 ftWilliams Pond Dam
Bulloch, GA
Low Hazard 9 ftHood Pond Dam
Bulloch, GA
Low Hazard 8 ftMcelveen Lake Dam
Bulloch, GA
Low Hazard 12 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Brannen Lake Dam # 1?
Brannen Lake Dam # 1 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 Brannen Lake Dam # 1?
Brannen Lake Dam # 1 is owned by Brannen, Aulbert (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Brannen Lake Dam # 1?
Brannen Lake Dam # 1 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 Brannen Lake Dam # 1?
Brannen Lake Dam # 1 has a dam height of 19 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 Brannen Lake Dam # 1 last inspected?
Brannen Lake Dam # 1 was last inspected on April 1, 2015. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.