George Brown Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
George Brown Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1960 and is 66 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 19 ft (taller than 36.5% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 990 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 271 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 198 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 33 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1960 (66 years old) |
| NID ID | GA00389 |
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
Archer, Glenn J.
Private
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What is the hazard classification of George Brown Pond Dam?
George Brown Pond 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 George Brown Pond Dam?
George Brown Pond Dam is owned by Archer, Glenn J. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was George Brown Pond Dam built?
George Brown Pond Dam 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 George Brown Pond Dam?
George Brown Pond 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 George Brown Pond Dam?
George Brown Pond Dam has a dam height of 19 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 George Brown Pond Dam last inspected?
George Brown Pond Dam was last inspected on February 1, 2005. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.