Bannister Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Bannister Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1958 and is 68 years old. Its primary use is other.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 18 ft (taller than 32.5% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 420 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 96 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 63 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 9 acres |
| Drainage Area | 205 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1958 (68 years old) |
| NID ID | GA03582 |
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
Bannister, Keith Bannister, Bernice
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Bannister Lake Dam?
Bannister 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 Bannister Lake Dam?
Bannister Lake Dam is owned by Bannister, Keith Bannister, Bernice (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Bannister Lake Dam built?
Bannister Lake Dam was completed in 1958, making it 68 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 Bannister Lake Dam?
Bannister Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Other, Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Bannister Lake Dam?
Bannister Lake Dam has a dam height of 18 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 Bannister Lake Dam last inspected?
Bannister Lake Dam was last inspected on July 16, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.