Briscoe Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Briscoe Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 32 ft (taller than 81% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 810 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 334 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 250 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 20 acres |
| NID ID | GA05616 |
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
Plott Family Farms LLC
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Briscoe Lake Dam?
Briscoe 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 Briscoe Lake Dam?
Briscoe Lake Dam is owned by Plott Family Farms LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Briscoe Lake Dam?
Briscoe 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 Briscoe Lake Dam?
Briscoe Lake 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 Briscoe Lake Dam last inspected?
Briscoe Lake Dam was last inspected on September 18, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.