Bradenaux Field Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 13, 2025
Bradenaux Field Dam, located in Milledgeville, Georgia, serves as a crucial water resource for irrigation purposes along the Big Indian Creek.
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Summary
Built in 1970 by the Natural Resources Conservation Service, this earth dam stands at a height of 20 feet and has a length of 690 feet, providing a storage capacity of 53 acre-feet. With a low hazard potential and a moderate risk assessment rating, the dam plays a vital role in managing water resources in the region.
Despite its age, the condition assessment for Bradenaux Field Dam is currently listed as 'Not Available', indicating a need for further evaluation and maintenance. The spillway type is classified as 'Uncontrolled' with a width of 25 feet, allowing for a maximum discharge of 160 cubic feet per second. While the dam has not been modified in recent years and lacks an Emergency Action Plan, its importance in irrigation highlights the need for ongoing monitoring and risk management measures to ensure its continued safety and efficacy in water resource management.
As a private-owned structure, Bradenaux Field Dam stands as a testament to the collaboration between private landowners and government agencies in managing water resources for agricultural purposes. Its location in Morgan County, Georgia, serves as a reminder of the critical role that dams play in maintaining water supply for irrigation and highlights the need for continued investment in infrastructure to ensure the sustainability of water resources in the region.
Year Completed |
1970 |
Dam Length |
690 |
Dam Height |
20 |
River Or Stream |
Big Indian Creek |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Drainage Area |
0.2 |
Nid Storage |
53 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
20 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Little River Near Eatonton
|
85cfs |
Murder Creek Below Eatonton
|
58cfs |
Alcovy River Below Covington
|
117cfs |
Alcovy River Above Covington
|
96cfs |
Oconee River Near Penfield
|
527cfs |
Ocmulgee River Near Jackson
|
534cfs |
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.
Bradenaux Field Dam