Beckham Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Beckham Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1968 and is 58 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 19 ft (taller than 36.5% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 590 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 86 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 9 acres |
| Drainage Area | 74 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1968 (58 years old) |
| NID ID | GA02837 |
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
Beckham, Doyle
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Beckham Lake Dam?
Beckham 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 Beckham Lake Dam?
Beckham Lake Dam is owned by Beckham, Doyle (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Beckham Lake Dam built?
Beckham 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 Beckham Lake Dam?
Beckham 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 Beckham Lake Dam?
Beckham Lake Dam has a dam height of 19 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.