Long Branch Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Long Branch Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 2004 and is 22 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 25 ft (taller than 58.1% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 120 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 44 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 23 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 3 acres |
| Year Completed | 2004 (22 years old) |
| NID ID | GA06538 |
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
Long Branch Homeowners Association, Inc.
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Long Branch Lake Dam?
Long Branch 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 Long Branch Lake Dam?
Long Branch Lake Dam is owned by Long Branch Homeowners Association, Inc. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Long Branch Lake Dam built?
Long Branch Lake Dam was completed in 2004, making it 22 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 Long Branch Lake Dam?
Long Branch Lake 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 Long Branch Lake Dam?
Long Branch Lake Dam has a dam height of 25 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 Long Branch Lake Dam last inspected?
Long Branch Lake Dam was last inspected on March 12, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.