Banks Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Banks Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 32 ft (taller than 81% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 720 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 295 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 0 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 0 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| NID ID | GA00464 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
Banks, Lamar
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Banks Lake Dam?
Banks Lake Dam is classified as Low Hazard. No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Banks Lake Dam?
Banks Lake Dam is owned by Banks, Lamar (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
How tall is Banks Lake Dam?
Banks Lake Dam has a dam height of 32 ft. Dam height is measured from the natural streambed at the downstream toe to the top of the dam, and may differ from the visible height.
When was Banks Lake Dam last inspected?
Banks Lake Dam was last inspected on October 1, 2010. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.