Brinkley Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Brinkley Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1965 and is 61 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 10 ft (taller than 4% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 540 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 126 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 45 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 15 acres |
| Drainage Area | 520 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1965 (61 years old) |
| NID ID | GA03159 |
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
Brinkley, Robert L.
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Brinkley Lake Dam?
Brinkley 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 Brinkley Lake Dam?
Brinkley Lake Dam is owned by Brinkley, Robert L. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Brinkley Lake Dam built?
Brinkley Lake Dam was completed in 1965, making it 61 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 Brinkley Lake Dam?
Brinkley 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 Brinkley Lake Dam?
Brinkley Lake Dam has a dam height of 10 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 Brinkley Lake Dam last inspected?
Brinkley Lake Dam was last inspected on November 1, 2004. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.