Brookfield West Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Brookfield West Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1949 and is 77 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 26 ft (taller than 62.1% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 183 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 30 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 22 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 3 acres |
| Year Completed | 1949 (77 years old) |
| NID ID | GA04309 |
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
Blissfull Endeavors, LLC Konieczny Living Trust
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Brookfield West Lake Dam?
Brookfield West 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 Brookfield West Lake Dam?
Brookfield West Lake Dam is owned by Blissfull Endeavors, LLC Konieczny Living Trust (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Brookfield West Lake Dam built?
Brookfield West Lake Dam was completed in 1949, making it 77 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 Brookfield West Lake Dam?
Brookfield West 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 Brookfield West Lake Dam?
Brookfield West Lake 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 Brookfield West Lake Dam last inspected?
Brookfield West Lake Dam was last inspected on June 15, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.