Browns Pond Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Willow Winds Lake Dam Corley Lake Dam
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Browns Pond Dam in Pike, Georgia, is a privately owned earth dam built in 1948 for recreational purposes.
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Summary
Standing at a height of 24 feet and spanning 408 feet in length, the dam holds a storage capacity of 129 acre-feet with a surface area of 8 acres. While the dam is unregulated by the state, it is subject to periodic inspections, with the last recorded inspection conducted in 2007. Despite its low hazard potential and moderate risk assessment rating, the dam's condition remains unrated, highlighting the need for ongoing monitoring and maintenance to ensure its safety and longevity.
Located in the Zebulon environs, Browns Pond Dam serves as a popular recreational spot for water enthusiasts and nature lovers alike. With an uncontrolled spillway and outlet gates, the dam offers opportunities for fishing, boating, and other water-based activities in a serene natural setting. Although the dam's risk management measures and emergency action plan status are unknown, its moderate risk assessment underscores the importance of proactive measures to address any potential safety concerns and protect both the dam infrastructure and surrounding community from adverse impacts.
As climate change continues to pose challenges to water resources and infrastructure, Browns Pond Dam serves as a reminder of the importance of maintaining and managing dams effectively. With its historical significance and recreational value, the dam stands as a testament to the intersection of human ingenuity and natural beauty, calling for sustainable practices and collaborative efforts to ensure its preservation for future generations of water resource and climate enthusiasts to enjoy.
Year Completed |
1948 |
Dam Length |
408 |
Dam Height |
24 |
River Or Stream |
UNKNOWN |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
8 |
Drainage Area |
129 |
Nid Storage |
129 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
24 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Shoal Creek At Shoal Creek Rd
|
17cfs |
Flint River Near Griffin
|
341cfs |
Line Creek Near Senoia
|
24cfs |
Flint River Near Lovejoy
|
95cfs |
Pates Creek At Buster Lewis Rd Near Flippen
|
5cfs |
Flint River Near Culloden
|
1240cfs |
Dam Data Reference
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.
Browns Pond Dam