High Head Branch Lake Dam

HIGH HEAD BRANCH· Burke, Georgia· 45 ft tall
Unknown State Government

Key Takeaway

High Head Branch Lake Dam is classified as unknown in Georgia.

Physical Details

Dam Height 45 ft (taller than 94.4% in GA)
Dam Length0 ft
Max Storage2.3K acre-ft
Normal Storage1.3K acre-ft
Surface Area0 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
NID IDGA00384

Safety Information

Unknown

Hazard potential has not been determined.

Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: July 7, 2014
State Regulated: No

Ownership

Fisheries Management, Wildlife Resources Division, Dept of Natural Resources

State Government

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of High Head Branch Lake Dam?

High Head Branch Lake Dam is classified as Unknown. Hazard potential has not been determined. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.

Who owns and operates High Head Branch Lake Dam?

High Head Branch Lake Dam is owned by Fisheries Management, Wildlife Resources Division, Dept of Natural Resources (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

How tall is High Head Branch Lake Dam?

High Head Branch Lake Dam has a dam height of 45 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 High Head Branch Lake Dam last inspected?

High Head Branch Lake Dam was last inspected on July 7, 2014. 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.