Bean Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Bean Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1968 and is 58 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 12 ft (taller than 9.4% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 685 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 101 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 43 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 8 acres |
| Drainage Area | 445 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1968 (58 years old) |
| NID ID | GA05122 |
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
Berry Crosby Revocable Trust;Lewis E Igou
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Bean Lake Dam?
Bean 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 Bean Lake Dam?
Bean Lake Dam is owned by Berry Crosby Revocable Trust;Lewis E Igou (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Bean Lake Dam built?
Bean Lake Dam was completed in 1968, making it 58 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 Bean Lake Dam?
Bean Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Bean Lake Dam?
Bean Lake Dam 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 Bean Lake Dam last inspected?
Bean Lake Dam was last inspected on April 20, 2016. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.