Brim & Durham Lake Dam

Chickasawhatchee Creek· Terrell, Georgia· Earth· 14 ft tall
Low Hazard Private

Key Takeaway

Brim & Durham Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia.

Physical Details

Dam Height 14 ft (taller than 16.4% in GA)
Dam Length1,290 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage1.6K acre-ft
Normal Storage936 acre-ft
Surface Area187 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Year Modified2008
NID IDGA06298

Safety Information

Low Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: August 1, 2016
State Regulated: No

Ownership

R.T. Brim, Jr.

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Brim & Durham Lake Dam?

Brim & Durham 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 Brim & Durham Lake Dam?

Brim & Durham Lake Dam is owned by R.T. Brim, Jr. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

How tall is Brim & Durham Lake Dam?

Brim & Durham Lake Dam has a dam height of 14 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 Brim & Durham Lake Dam last inspected?

Brim & Durham Lake Dam was last inspected on August 1, 2016. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.