Brown Pond Dam

UNKNOWN· Irwin, Georgia· Earth· 14 ft tall
Low Hazard Fire Protection Stock Or Small Fish Pond Private

Key Takeaway

Brown Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. Its primary use is fire protection.

Physical Details

Dam Height 14 ft (taller than 16.4% in GA)
Dam Length600 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage104 acre-ft
Normal Storage78 acre-ft
Surface Area14 acres
Drainage Area455 sq mi
NID IDGA03439

Safety Information

Low Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: October 1, 2020
State Regulated: No

Ownership

MarcSayer Irrevocable Trust C/O Clarence W. Stewart Trustee Charles Steve Mixon

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Brown Pond Dam?

Brown Pond 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 Pond Dam?

Brown Pond Dam is owned by MarcSayer Irrevocable Trust C/O Clarence W. Stewart Trustee Charles Steve Mixon (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Brown Pond Dam?

Brown Pond 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 Brown Pond Dam?

Brown Pond Dam has a dam height of 14 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 Pond Dam last inspected?

Brown Pond Dam was last inspected on October 1, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.