Banks Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Banks Lake Dam is classified as high hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1965 and is 61 years old. Its primary use is recreation. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 11 ft (taller than 6.4% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 580 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 151 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 39 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 19 acres |
| Drainage Area | 2,540 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1965 (61 years old) |
| NID ID | GA03321 |
Safety Information
Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
SRP Properties LLC
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Banks Lake Dam?
Banks Lake Dam is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. 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 SRP Properties LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Banks Lake Dam built?
Banks Lake Dam was completed in 1965, making it 61 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.
What is the primary purpose of Banks Lake Dam?
Banks Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Banks Lake Dam?
Banks Lake Dam has a dam height of 11 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 May 19, 2016. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.