Brushy Knob Ranch Lake Dam Upper
Key Takeaway
Brushy Knob Ranch Lake Dam Upper is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1960 and is 66 years old. Its primary use is other.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 27 ft (taller than 65.9% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 870 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 84 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 63 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 7 acres |
| Drainage Area | 60 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1960 (66 years old) |
| NID ID | GA01261 |
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
Haizlip, F. B.
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Brushy Knob Ranch Lake Dam Upper?
Brushy Knob Ranch Lake Dam Upper 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 Brushy Knob Ranch Lake Dam Upper?
Brushy Knob Ranch Lake Dam Upper is owned by Haizlip, F. B. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Brushy Knob Ranch Lake Dam Upper built?
Brushy Knob Ranch Lake Dam Upper 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 Brushy Knob Ranch Lake Dam Upper?
Brushy Knob Ranch Lake Dam Upper serves the following purposes: Other, Tailings. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Brushy Knob Ranch Lake Dam Upper?
Brushy Knob Ranch Lake Dam Upper has a dam height of 27 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 Brushy Knob Ranch Lake Dam Upper last inspected?
Brushy Knob Ranch Lake Dam Upper was last inspected on September 1, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.