Beadles Lake Dam North
Key Takeaway
Beadles Lake Dam North is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1940 and is 86 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 16 ft (taller than 24.2% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 455 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 114 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 78 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 12 acres |
| Drainage Area | 185 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1940 (86 years old) |
| NID ID | GA03409 |
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
Marcy and Terri Sullivan Mr. Ray Hall and Ms. Christine Clark Mr. and Mrs. Donald Avalance South LLC
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Beadles Lake Dam North?
Beadles Lake Dam North 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 Beadles Lake Dam North?
Beadles Lake Dam North is owned by Marcy and Terri Sullivan Mr. Ray Hall and Ms. Christine Clark Mr. and Mrs. Donald Avalance South LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Beadles Lake Dam North built?
Beadles Lake Dam North was completed in 1940, making it 86 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 Beadles Lake Dam North?
Beadles Lake Dam North serves the following purposes: 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 Beadles Lake Dam North?
Beadles Lake Dam North has a dam height of 16 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 Beadles Lake Dam North last inspected?
Beadles Lake Dam North was last inspected on February 1, 2010. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.