Haynes Creek-Brushy Fork W/S Str. #25

Big Haynes Creek· Gwinnett, Georgia· Built 1965· Earth· 35 ft tall
High Hazard Flood Risk Reduction State Government

Key Takeaway

Haynes Creek-Brushy Fork W/S Str. #25 is classified as high hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1965 and is 61 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction. 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 35 ft (taller than 86.5% in GA)
Dam Length981 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage467 acre-ft
Normal Storage46 acre-ft
Surface Area10 acres
Drainage Area832 sq mi
Year Completed1965 (61 years old)
NID IDGA00594

Safety Information

High Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: Yes
Last Inspection: February 4, 2020
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: GA-SAFE DAMS PROGRAM

Ownership

Gwinnett County SWCD Gwinnett County Board of Commissioners

State Government

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Haynes Creek-Brushy Fork W/S Str. #25?

Haynes Creek-Brushy Fork W/S Str. #25 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 Haynes Creek-Brushy Fork W/S Str. #25?

Haynes Creek-Brushy Fork W/S Str. #25 is owned by Gwinnett County SWCD Gwinnett County Board of Commissioners (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Haynes Creek-Brushy Fork W/S Str. #25 built?

Haynes Creek-Brushy Fork W/S Str. #25 was completed in 1965, making it 61 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 Haynes Creek-Brushy Fork W/S Str. #25?

Haynes Creek-Brushy Fork W/S Str. #25 serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Haynes Creek-Brushy Fork W/S Str. #25?

Haynes Creek-Brushy Fork W/S Str. #25 has a dam height of 35 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 Haynes Creek-Brushy Fork W/S Str. #25 last inspected?

Haynes Creek-Brushy Fork W/S Str. #25 was last inspected on February 4, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.