Beadles Lake Dam South
Key Takeaway
Beadles Lake Dam South is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1940 and is 86 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 12 ft (taller than 9.4% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 760 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 119 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 75 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 15 acres |
| Drainage Area | 95 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1940 (86 years old) |
| NID ID | GA01589 |
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
Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Dismuke Mr. and Mrs. George Collinsworth
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Beadles Lake Dam South?
Beadles Lake Dam South 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 South?
Beadles Lake Dam South is owned by Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Dismuke Mr. and Mrs. George Collinsworth (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Beadles Lake Dam South built?
Beadles Lake Dam South 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 South?
Beadles Lake Dam South 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 Beadles Lake Dam South?
Beadles Lake Dam South has a dam height of 12 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 South last inspected?
Beadles Lake Dam South was last inspected on February 1, 2010. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.