Brookwood Plantation Lake Dam, located in Gwinnett, Georgia, is a private earth dam primarily used for recreation purposes.
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Humidity
The dam's core type is listed as buttress, with a height of 18 feet and a length of 330 feet. The dam has a storage capacity of 65 acre-feet, with a normal storage level of 35 acre-feet and a surface area of 6 acres. The dam is associated with Turkey Creek and is regulated by the Natural Resources Conservation Service.
Despite being unlisted on state jurisdiction, the dam has a low hazard potential and is currently rated as "Not Rated" in terms of condition assessment. The dam's risk assessment is moderate, indicating a potential for risks that need to be managed. The dam features uncontrolled spillways and outlet gates, with no specific inspection frequency or emergency action plan prepared to date.
Overall, Brookwood Plantation Lake Dam serves as a vital recreational resource in the area, but its management and risk assessment processes could benefit from further attention and development to ensure the safety and longevity of this important water resource in Georgia.
Dam Length |
330 |
Dam Height |
18 |
River Or Stream |
TURKEY CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
6 |
Nid Storage |
65 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
18 |