Bateman Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Bateman Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1947 and is 79 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 26 ft (taller than 62.1% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 600 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 418 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 288 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 32 acres |
| Drainage Area | 520 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1947 (79 years old) |
| NID ID | GA02779 |
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
Michael Hamrick
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Bateman Lake Dam?
Bateman 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 Bateman Lake Dam?
Bateman Lake Dam is owned by Michael Hamrick (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Bateman Lake Dam built?
Bateman Lake Dam was completed in 1947, making it 79 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 Bateman Lake Dam?
Bateman 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 Bateman Lake Dam?
Bateman Lake Dam has a dam height of 26 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 Bateman Lake Dam last inspected?
Bateman Lake Dam was last inspected on November 1, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.