Brook Hollow Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Brook Hollow Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1985 and is 41 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 34 ft (taller than 85% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 300 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 63 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 24 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 3 acres |
| Drainage Area | 89 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1985 (41 years old) |
| NID ID | GA03897 |
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
ROC III GA Springs Lake LLC
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Brook Hollow Lake Dam?
Brook Hollow 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 Brook Hollow Lake Dam?
Brook Hollow Lake Dam is owned by ROC III GA Springs Lake LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Brook Hollow Lake Dam built?
Brook Hollow Lake Dam was completed in 1985, making it 41 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 Brook Hollow Lake Dam?
Brook Hollow Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Brook Hollow Lake Dam?
Brook Hollow Lake Dam has a dam height of 34 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 Brook Hollow Lake Dam last inspected?
Brook Hollow Lake Dam was last inspected on October 5, 2016. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.