Bankston Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Bankston Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1965 and is 61 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 13 ft (taller than 12.9% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 600 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 229 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 66 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 19 acres |
| Year Completed | 1965 (61 years old) |
| NID ID | GA02904 |
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
Webster County Bankston, Harold and Vivian
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Bankston Lake Dam?
Bankston 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 Bankston Lake Dam?
Bankston Lake Dam is owned by Webster County Bankston, Harold and Vivian (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Bankston Lake Dam built?
Bankston 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 Bankston Lake Dam?
Bankston 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 Bankston Lake Dam?
Bankston 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 Bankston Lake Dam last inspected?
Bankston Lake Dam was last inspected on September 26, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.