Brown Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Brown Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1974 and is 52 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 19 ft (taller than 36.5% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 540 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 185 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 95 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 14 acres |
| Drainage Area | 309 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1974 (52 years old) |
| NID ID | GA03339 |
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
Benjamin Zack Harris LLLP
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Brown Lake Dam?
Brown 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 Brown Lake Dam?
Brown Lake Dam is owned by Benjamin Zack Harris LLLP (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Brown Lake Dam built?
Brown Lake Dam was completed in 1974, making it 52 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 Brown Lake Dam?
Brown Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Irrigation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Brown Lake Dam?
Brown Lake Dam has a dam height of 19 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 Brown Lake Dam last inspected?
Brown Lake Dam was last inspected on March 21, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.