Jt Briscoe Reservoir Dam
Key Takeaway
Jt Briscoe Reservoir Dam is classified as high hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1991 and is 35 years old. Its primary use is water supply. 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 | 32 ft (taller than 81% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 1,050 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 3.0K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 757 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 100 acres |
| Year Completed | 1991 (35 years old) |
| NID ID | GA05241 |
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
City of Monroe
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Jt Briscoe Reservoir Dam?
Jt Briscoe Reservoir 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 Jt Briscoe Reservoir Dam?
Jt Briscoe Reservoir Dam is owned by City of Monroe (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Jt Briscoe Reservoir Dam built?
Jt Briscoe Reservoir Dam was completed in 1991, making it 35 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 Jt Briscoe Reservoir Dam?
Jt Briscoe Reservoir Dam serves the following purposes: Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Jt Briscoe Reservoir Dam?
Jt Briscoe Reservoir Dam has a dam height of 32 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 Jt Briscoe Reservoir Dam last inspected?
Jt Briscoe Reservoir Dam was last inspected on January 19, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.