Bass Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Bass Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1999 and is 27 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 18 ft (taller than 32.5% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 1,200 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 176 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 96 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 16 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1999 (27 years old) |
| NID ID | GA09013 |
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
Stanley Bass and John Bass
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Bass Lake Dam?
Bass 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 Bass Lake Dam?
Bass Lake Dam is owned by Stanley Bass and John Bass (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Bass Lake Dam built?
Bass Lake Dam was completed in 1999, making it 27 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 Bass Lake Dam?
Bass Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Irrigation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Bass Lake Dam?
Bass 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 Bass Lake Dam last inspected?
Bass Lake Dam was last inspected on March 1, 2010. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.