Brantley - Trapnell Lake Dam, located in Candler, Georgia, is a private earth dam primarily used for recreational purposes.
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Completed in 1960, this dam stands at a height of 14 feet and spans a length of 620 feet, with a storage capacity of 171 acre-feet. The dam poses a low hazard potential and has not been rated for its condition assessment.
Owned by a private entity, the dam is under state jurisdiction and is inspected every five years, with the last inspection conducted in May 2016. Despite its moderate risk assessment rating, the dam does not have an emergency action plan in place or updated inundation maps prepared. With an uncontrolled spillway and outlet gates, the dam serves as a recreational spot but lacks certain risk management measures that are typically seen in larger public dams. Water resource and climate enthusiasts may find Brantley - Trapnell Lake Dam an intriguing case study for its unique design and recreational focus.
Year Completed |
1960 |
Dam Length |
620 |
Dam Height |
14 |
River Or Stream |
UNKNOWN |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
21 |
Hydraulic Height |
14 |
Drainage Area |
430 |
Nid Storage |
171 |
Structural Height |
14 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
14 |
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| Location | Reservations | Toilets |
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George L Smith State Park
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Primative 4
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Primative 5
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