Brun-Wibaux Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Brun-Wibaux Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 13 ft (taller than 12.9% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 780 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 115 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 83 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 15 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| NID ID | GA06470 |
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
Beaver Hill Plantation LLC
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Brun-Wibaux Lake Dam?
Brun-Wibaux 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 Brun-Wibaux Lake Dam?
Brun-Wibaux Lake Dam is owned by Beaver Hill Plantation LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Brun-Wibaux Lake Dam?
Brun-Wibaux Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Brun-Wibaux Lake Dam?
Brun-Wibaux Lake Dam has a dam height of 13 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 Brun-Wibaux Lake Dam last inspected?
Brun-Wibaux Lake Dam was last inspected on July 16, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.