Brooks Hill Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Brooks Hill Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1979 and is 47 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 27 ft (taller than 65.9% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 180 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 30 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 19 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 3 acres |
| Drainage Area | 31 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1979 (47 years old) |
| NID ID | GA04066 |
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
Johnson, Gladys E.
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Brooks Hill Lake Dam?
Brooks Hill 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 Brooks Hill Lake Dam?
Brooks Hill Lake Dam is owned by Johnson, Gladys E. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Brooks Hill Lake Dam built?
Brooks Hill Lake Dam was completed in 1979, making it 47 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 Brooks Hill Lake Dam?
Brooks Hill 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 Brooks Hill Lake Dam?
Brooks Hill Lake Dam has a dam height of 27 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 Brooks Hill Lake Dam last inspected?
Brooks Hill Lake Dam was last inspected on March 28, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.