Brookfield West Lake Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 13, 2025

Brookfield West Lake Dam, located in Mountain Park, Georgia, is a privately owned recreational structure completed in 1949.


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Summary

Standing at a height of 26.2 feet with a hydraulic height of 19.1 feet, this earth dam primarily serves the purpose of recreation, offering a surface area of 2.7 acres for leisure activities. The dam has a low hazard potential, with a moderate risk assessment rating of 3.

Although not regulated by the state, Brookfield West Lake Dam undergoes regular inspections, with the last one conducted in June 2017. The dam's condition is currently listed as "Not Rated," and it does not have an Emergency Action Plan (EAP) prepared. Despite these factors, the structure continues to provide a safe and enjoyable environment for water resource and climate enthusiasts to engage in recreational activities around its serene waters. The dam's uncontrolled spillway and outlet gates offer a unique and picturesque setting for visitors to experience the beauty of this man-made reservoir.

Year Completed

1949

Dam Length

183

Dam Height

26.2

River Or Stream

UNKNOWN

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

2.7

Hydraulic Height

19.1

Nid Storage

30

Structural Height

19.1

Outlet Gates

Uncontrolled

Hazard Potential

Low

Foundations

Unlisted/Unknown

Nid Height

26
       
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Condition Assessment

Satisfactory
No 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

High
Dams 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.