Bear Creek South Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Bear Creek South Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1985 and is 41 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 18 ft (taller than 32.5% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 660 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 162 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 105 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 15 acres |
| Year Completed | 1985 (41 years old) |
| NID ID | GA03895 |
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
Bear Creek Homeowners Association, Inc.
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Bear Creek South Lake Dam?
Bear Creek South 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 South Lake Dam?
Bear Creek South Lake Dam is owned by Bear Creek Homeowners Association, Inc. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Bear Creek South Lake Dam built?
Bear Creek South Lake Dam was completed in 1985, making it 41 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 South Lake Dam?
Bear Creek South 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 Bear Creek South Lake Dam?
Bear Creek South Lake Dam has a dam height of 18 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 South Lake Dam last inspected?
Bear Creek South Lake Dam was last inspected on February 17, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.