Brooks Millpond Dam
Key Takeaway
Brooks Millpond Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1880 and is 146 years old. Its primary use is other.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 11 ft (taller than 6.4% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 420 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 138 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 24 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 10 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1,450 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1880 (146 years old) |
| NID ID | GA01028 |
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
Parks, Roger D.
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Brooks Millpond Dam?
Brooks Millpond 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 Millpond Dam?
Brooks Millpond Dam is owned by Parks, Roger D. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Brooks Millpond Dam built?
Brooks Millpond Dam was completed in 1880, making it 146 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 Millpond Dam?
Brooks Millpond Dam serves the following purposes: Other, Tailings. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Brooks Millpond Dam?
Brooks Millpond Dam has a dam height of 11 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 Millpond Dam last inspected?
Brooks Millpond Dam was last inspected on May 23, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.