Brantley Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Brantley Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1967 and is 59 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 27 ft (taller than 65.9% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 500 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 283 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 300 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 30 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1967 (59 years old) |
| NID ID | GA01212 |
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
Brantley Lake, Inc.
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Brantley Lake Dam?
Brantley 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 Brantley Lake Dam?
Brantley Lake Dam is owned by Brantley Lake, Inc. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Brantley Lake Dam built?
Brantley Lake Dam was completed in 1967, making it 59 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 Brantley Lake Dam?
Brantley 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 Brantley Lake Dam?
Brantley Lake Dam has a dam height of 27 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 Brantley Lake Dam last inspected?
Brantley Lake Dam was last inspected on August 7, 2014. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.