Bruce Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Bruce Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1998 and is 28 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 26 ft (taller than 62.1% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 450 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 188 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 132 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 12 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1998 (28 years old) |
| NID ID | GA05849 |
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
Bruce Farms Inc.
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Bruce Lake Dam?
Bruce 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 Bruce Lake Dam?
Bruce Lake Dam is owned by Bruce Farms Inc. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Bruce Lake Dam built?
Bruce Lake Dam was completed in 1998, making it 28 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 Bruce Lake Dam?
Bruce 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 Bruce Lake Dam?
Bruce Lake Dam has a dam height of 26 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 Bruce Lake Dam last inspected?
Bruce Lake Dam was last inspected on January 11, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.