Lake Brantley Dam
Key Takeaway
Lake Brantley Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1940 and is 86 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 19 ft (taller than 36.5% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 362 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 472 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 45 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1940 (86 years old) |
| NID ID | GA00461 |
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
State of Georgia, Dnr, Parks, and Historic Places
State Government
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What is the hazard classification of Lake Brantley Dam?
Lake Brantley 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 Lake Brantley Dam?
Lake Brantley Dam is owned by State of Georgia, Dnr, Parks, and Historic Places (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Lake Brantley Dam built?
Lake Brantley Dam was completed in 1940, making it 86 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 Lake Brantley Dam?
Lake Brantley 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 Lake Brantley Dam?
Lake Brantley 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 Lake Brantley Dam last inspected?
Lake Brantley Dam was last inspected on August 1, 2002. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.