Tommy Brumbelow Lake Dam

MERRETT CREEK· Calhoun, Georgia· Built 2002· Earth· 16 ft tall

Key Takeaway

Tommy Brumbelow Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 2002 and is 24 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.

Physical Details

Dam Height 16 ft (taller than 24.2% in GA)
Dam Length216 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage215 acre-ft
Normal Storage53 acre-ft
Surface Area14 acres
Year Completed2002 (24 years old)
NID IDGA07013

Safety Information

Low Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: October 15, 2015
State Regulated: No

Ownership

Tomnan, LLC

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Tommy Brumbelow Lake Dam?

Tommy Brumbelow 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 Tommy Brumbelow Lake Dam?

Tommy Brumbelow Lake Dam is owned by Tomnan, LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Tommy Brumbelow Lake Dam built?

Tommy Brumbelow Lake Dam was completed in 2002, making it 24 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 Tommy Brumbelow Lake Dam?

Tommy Brumbelow Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Tommy Brumbelow Lake Dam?

Tommy Brumbelow Lake Dam has a dam height of 16 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 Tommy Brumbelow Lake Dam last inspected?

Tommy Brumbelow Lake Dam was last inspected on October 15, 2015. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.