Brantley Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Brantley Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1952 and is 74 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 17 ft (taller than 28.7% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 780 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 446 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 204 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 37 acres |
| Drainage Area | 915 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1952 (74 years old) |
| NID ID | GA02917 |
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, J. M.
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Brantley Pond Dam?
Brantley Pond 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 Pond Dam?
Brantley Pond Dam is owned by Brantley, J. M. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Brantley Pond Dam built?
Brantley Pond Dam was completed in 1952, making it 74 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 Pond Dam?
Brantley Pond 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 Pond Dam?
Brantley Pond Dam has a dam height of 17 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 Pond Dam last inspected?
Brantley Pond Dam was last inspected on December 1, 2002. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.