Bremen Reservoir Dam
Key Takeaway
Bremen Reservoir Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1960 and is 66 years old. Its primary use is water supply.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 32 ft (taller than 81% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 291 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 301 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 166 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 18 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1960 (66 years old) |
| NID ID | GA01174 |
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
City of Bremen
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Bremen Reservoir Dam?
Bremen Reservoir 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 Bremen Reservoir Dam?
Bremen Reservoir Dam is owned by City of Bremen (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Bremen Reservoir Dam built?
Bremen Reservoir Dam was completed in 1960, making it 66 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 Bremen Reservoir Dam?
Bremen Reservoir Dam serves the following purposes: Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Bremen Reservoir Dam?
Bremen Reservoir Dam has a dam height of 32 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 Bremen Reservoir Dam last inspected?
Bremen Reservoir Dam was last inspected on October 4, 2016. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.