Brenau Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Brenau Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1926 and is 100 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 30 ft (taller than 76% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 136 ft |
| Dam Type | Other |
| Max Storage | 151 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 113 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 12 acres |
| Drainage Area | 964 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1926 (100 years old) |
| NID ID | GA02069 |
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
Pearce Association
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Brenau Lake Dam?
Brenau 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 Brenau Lake Dam?
Brenau Lake Dam is owned by Pearce Association (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Brenau Lake Dam built?
Brenau Lake Dam was completed in 1926, making it 100 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 Brenau Lake Dam?
Brenau 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 Brenau Lake Dam?
Brenau Lake Dam has a dam height of 30 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 Brenau Lake Dam last inspected?
Brenau Lake Dam was last inspected on August 1, 1989. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.