Brett Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Brett Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1979 and is 47 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 26 ft (taller than 62.1% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 700 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 281 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 181 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 21 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1979 (47 years old) |
| NID ID | GA03031 |
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
L. A. Brett and Sons
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Brett Pond Dam?
Brett 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 Brett Pond Dam?
Brett Pond Dam is owned by L. A. Brett and Sons (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Brett Pond Dam built?
Brett Pond Dam was completed in 1979, making it 47 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 Brett Pond Dam?
Brett Pond Dam serves the following purposes: Irrigation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Brett Pond Dam?
Brett Pond Dam has a dam height of 26 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 Brett Pond Dam last inspected?
Brett Pond Dam was last inspected on February 1, 2003. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.