Bear Creek Water Treatment Plant

Douglas, Georgia· 50 ft tall
Low Hazard Local Government

Key Takeaway

Bear Creek Water Treatment Plant is classified as low hazard in Georgia.

Physical Details

Dam Height 50 ft (taller than 95.9% in GA)
Dam Length0 ft
Max Storage200 acre-ft
Normal Storage170 acre-ft
Surface Area12 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
NID IDGA00619

Safety Information

Low Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: May 24, 2018
State Regulated: No

Ownership

Douglasville/Douglascounty Water Sewer Authority

Local Government

Nearby Dams

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Bear Creek Water Treatment Plant?

Bear Creek Water Treatment Plant 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 Water Treatment Plant?

Bear Creek Water Treatment Plant is owned by Douglasville/Douglascounty Water Sewer Authority (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

How tall is Bear Creek Water Treatment Plant?

Bear Creek Water Treatment Plant has a dam height of 50 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 Water Treatment Plant last inspected?

Bear Creek Water Treatment Plant was last inspected on May 24, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.