Brewster Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Brewster Dam, located in Forsyth, Georgia, on the Little Towaliga River, was completed in 1987 and stands at a height of 35 feet with a length of 330 feet.


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Summary

The dam's primary purpose is for recreation, offering a surface area of 3 acres and a storage capacity of 50 acre-feet. It is classified as an earth dam, primarily constructed with stone cores, and has uncontrolled spillways and outlets.

Despite its low hazard potential and moderate risk assessment, Brewster Dam has not been rated for its condition as of yet. The dam is owned privately and is not regulated by the state, although it undergoes inspections every five years. The designer of Brewster Dam is the SCS, and its location lies within Monroe County, Georgia.

Brewster Dam serves as a recreational structure in the area, providing opportunities for water-based activities and enjoyment. While it may not pose a high risk, continued monitoring and inspections ensure the safety and security of the dam and its surrounding environment for water resource and climate enthusiasts to appreciate.

Year Completed

1987

Dam Length

330

Dam Height

35

River Or Stream

Little Towaliga River

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

3

Nid Storage

50

Outlet Gates

Uncontrolled

Hazard Potential

Low

Foundations

Unlisted/Unknown

Nid Height

35
       
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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.