Brays Lake Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Goolsby Lake Dam Alston Lake Dam
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Brays Lake Dam, located in Franklin, Georgia, was completed in 1977 and serves as a recreational water resource for the community.
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Summary
This private Earth dam stands at a height of 22 feet and stretches 520 feet in length, with a storage capacity of 138 acre-feet. The dam's primary purpose is for recreation, offering a surface area of 8 acres for activities such as fishing, boating, and swimming.
Despite being unregulated by the state, Brays Lake Dam is inspected regularly to ensure its structural integrity and safety. With a low hazard potential and a moderate risk assessment rating, the dam poses minimal threat to surrounding areas in the event of a breach. While the dam's condition assessment is currently unrated, it is reassuring to know that emergency protocols are in place, with an inspection frequency of every 5 years to monitor any potential risks.
Overall, Brays Lake Dam presents a serene oasis for water and climate enthusiasts to enjoy outdoor activities in a picturesque setting. With its peaceful surroundings and recreational opportunities, this dam serves as a valuable asset to the local community while maintaining a focus on safety and risk management.
Year Completed |
1977 |
Dam Length |
520 |
Dam Height |
22 |
River Or Stream |
UNKNOWN |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
8 |
Nid Storage |
138 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
22 |
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Condition Assessment
SatisfactoryNo existing or potential dam safety deficiencies are recognized. Acceptable performance is expected under all loading conditions (static, hydrologic, seismic) in accordance with the minimum applicable state or federal regulatory criteria or tolerable risk guidelines.
Fair
No existing dam safety deficiencies are recognized for normal operating conditions. Rare or extreme hydrologic and/or seismic events may result in a dam safety deficiency. Risk may be in the range to take further action. Note: Rare or extreme event is defined by the regulatory agency based on their minimum
Poor A dam safety deficiency is recognized for normal operating conditions which may realistically occur. Remedial action is necessary. POOR may also be used when uncertainties exist as to critical analysis parameters which identify a potential dam safety deficiency. Investigations and studies are necessary.
Unsatisfactory
A dam safety deficiency is recognized that requires immediate or emergency remedial action for problem resolution.
Not Rated
The dam has not been inspected, is not under state or federal jurisdiction, or has been inspected but, for whatever reason, has not been rated.
Not Available
Dams for which the condition assessment is restricted to approved government users.
Hazard Potential Classification
HighDams assigned the high hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation will probably cause loss of human life.
Significant
Dams assigned the significant hazard potential classification are those dams where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life but can cause economic loss, environment damage, disruption of lifeline facilities, or impact other concerns. Significant hazard potential classification dams are often located in predominantly rural or agricultural areas but could be in areas with population and significant infrastructure.
Low
Dams assigned the low hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life and low economic and/or environmental losses. Losses are principally limited to the owner's property.
Undetermined
Dams for which a downstream hazard potential has not been designated or is not provided.
Not Available
Dams for which the downstream hazard potential is restricted to approved government users.
Brays Lake Dam