Meadow Brook Lake Dam #2
Key Takeaway
Meadow Brook Lake Dam #2 is classified as high hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1972 and is 54 years old. Its primary use is recreation. 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 | 28 ft (taller than 69.6% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 525 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 347 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 265 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 19 acres |
| Drainage Area | 197 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1972 (54 years old) |
| NID ID | GA01287 |
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
Meadowbrook Homeowner's Association, Inc.
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Meadow Brook Lake Dam #2?
Meadow Brook Lake Dam #2 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 Meadow Brook Lake Dam #2?
Meadow Brook Lake Dam #2 is owned by Meadowbrook Homeowner's Association, Inc. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Meadow Brook Lake Dam #2 built?
Meadow Brook Lake Dam #2 was completed in 1972, making it 54 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 Meadow Brook Lake Dam #2?
Meadow Brook Lake Dam #2 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 Meadow Brook Lake Dam #2?
Meadow Brook Lake Dam #2 has a dam height of 28 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 Meadow Brook Lake Dam #2 last inspected?
Meadow Brook Lake Dam #2 was last inspected on January 20, 2016. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.