Engelhard Brannon # 1 Dam
Key Takeaway
Engelhard Brannon # 1 Dam is classified as high hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1980 and is 46 years old. Its primary use is tailings. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 68 ft (taller than 98.3% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 7,500 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 1.8K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 1.2K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 67 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1980 (46 years old) |
| NID ID | GA06984 |
Safety Information
Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
BASF Catalyst LLC
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Engelhard Brannon # 1 Dam?
Engelhard Brannon # 1 Dam is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Engelhard Brannon # 1 Dam?
Engelhard Brannon # 1 Dam is owned by BASF Catalyst LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Engelhard Brannon # 1 Dam built?
Engelhard Brannon # 1 Dam was completed in 1980, making it 46 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 Engelhard Brannon # 1 Dam?
Engelhard Brannon # 1 Dam serves the following purposes: Tailings. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Engelhard Brannon # 1 Dam?
Engelhard Brannon # 1 Dam has a dam height of 68 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 Engelhard Brannon # 1 Dam last inspected?
Engelhard Brannon # 1 Dam was last inspected on January 1, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.