Bear Creek Reservoir Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Bear Creek Reservoir Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1979 and is 47 years old. Its primary use is water supply.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 17 ft (taller than 28.7% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 150 ft |
| Dam Type | Concrete |
| Max Storage | 520 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 500 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 50 acres |
| Year Completed | 1979 (47 years old) |
| NID ID | GA04248 |
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
Douglas County Water & Sewer Authority
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Bear Creek Reservoir Lake Dam?
Bear Creek Reservoir 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 Bear Creek Reservoir Lake Dam?
Bear Creek Reservoir Lake Dam is owned by Douglas County Water & Sewer Authority (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Bear Creek Reservoir Lake Dam built?
Bear Creek Reservoir Lake Dam was completed in 1979, making it 47 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 Bear Creek Reservoir Lake Dam?
Bear Creek Reservoir Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Bear Creek Reservoir Lake Dam?
Bear Creek Reservoir Lake Dam has a dam height of 17 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 Bear Creek Reservoir Lake Dam last inspected?
Bear Creek Reservoir Lake Dam was last inspected on May 24, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.