Banning Lakes LTD South Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Banning Lakes LTD South Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 31 ft (taller than 78.8% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 225 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 33 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 24 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 3 acres |
| NID ID | GA05450 |
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
The Lodges at Banning Mills Retreat & Conservation Center Inc.
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Banning Lakes LTD South Lake Dam?
Banning Lakes LTD South 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 Banning Lakes LTD South Lake Dam?
Banning Lakes LTD South Lake Dam is owned by The Lodges at Banning Mills Retreat & Conservation Center Inc. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Banning Lakes LTD South Lake Dam?
Banning Lakes LTD South 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 Banning Lakes LTD South Lake Dam?
Banning Lakes LTD South Lake Dam has a dam height of 31 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 Banning Lakes LTD South Lake Dam last inspected?
Banning Lakes LTD South Lake Dam was last inspected on November 1, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.