Larry Brown Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Larry Brown Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 14 ft (taller than 16.4% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 600 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 123 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 75 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 14 acres |
| Drainage Area | 152 sq mi |
| NID ID | GA03381 |
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
Brown, Larry
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Larry Brown Lake Dam?
Larry Brown Lake 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 Larry Brown Lake Dam?
Larry Brown Lake Dam is owned by Brown, Larry (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Larry Brown Lake Dam?
Larry Brown Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Irrigation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Larry Brown Lake Dam?
Larry Brown Lake Dam has a dam height of 14 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 Larry Brown Lake Dam last inspected?
Larry Brown Lake Dam was last inspected on October 19, 2016. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.