Banks Lake Dam

LITTLE POWDER SPRINGS CREEK· Cobb, Georgia· Earth· 13 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Banks Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 13 ft (taller than 12.9% in GA)
Dam Length420 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage181 acre-ft
Normal Storage80 acre-ft
Surface Area20 acres
NID IDGA03858

Safety Information

Low Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: November 15, 2016
State Regulated: No

Ownership

Covenant Place Partners Llp

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

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 Covenant Place Partners Llp (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

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 13 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 November 15, 2016. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.