Burton Brown Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Burton Brown Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 25 ft (taller than 58.1% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 254 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 28 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 20 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 2 acres |
| NID ID | GA07197 |
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
Burton Brown, Catherine Brown Moore and Louise Lochner
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Burton Brown Lake Dam?
Burton 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 Burton Brown Lake Dam?
Burton Brown Lake Dam is owned by Burton Brown, Catherine Brown Moore and Louise Lochner (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Burton Brown Lake Dam?
Burton Brown 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 Burton Brown Lake Dam?
Burton Brown Lake Dam has a dam height of 25 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 Burton Brown Lake Dam last inspected?
Burton Brown Lake Dam was last inspected on February 27, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.