Brooks Pennington Dam
Key Takeaway
Brooks Pennington Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1960 and is 66 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 29 ft (taller than 73.2% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 660 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 266 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 19 acres |
| Drainage Area | 150 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1960 (66 years old) |
| NID ID | GA00456 |
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
Pennington, Brook
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Brooks Pennington Dam?
Brooks Pennington 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 Pennington Dam?
Brooks Pennington Dam is owned by Pennington, Brook (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Brooks Pennington Dam built?
Brooks Pennington Dam was completed in 1960, making it 66 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 Pennington Dam?
Brooks Pennington Dam serves the following purposes: Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Brooks Pennington Dam?
Brooks Pennington Dam has a dam height of 29 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 Pennington Dam last inspected?
Brooks Pennington Dam was last inspected on May 1, 1989. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.