Bedgood's Lake Dam

UNKNOWN· Clarke, Georgia· Built 1940· Earth· 32 ft tall

High Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Bedgood's Lake Dam is classified as high hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1940 and is 86 years old. Its primary use is recreation. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.

Physical Details

Dam Height	32 ft (taller than 81% in GA)
Dam Length	286 ft
Dam Type	Earth
Max Storage	209 acre-ft
Normal Storage	148 acre-ft

Surface Area	11 acres
Drainage Area	580 sq mi
Year Completed	1940 (86 years old)
NID ID	GA04101

Safety Information

High Hazard

Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.

Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?

Emergency Action Plan: Yes

Last Inspection: March 21, 2019

State Regulated: Yes

Regulatory Agency: GA-SAFE DAMS PROGRAM

Ownership

Walton Development & Management Ga, LLC

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Bedgood's Lake Dam?

Bedgood's Lake Dam is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.

Who owns and operates Bedgood's Lake Dam?

Bedgood's Lake Dam is owned by Walton Development & Management Ga, LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Bedgood's Lake Dam built?

Bedgood's Lake Dam was completed in 1940, making it 86 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 Bedgood's Lake Dam?

Bedgood's 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 Bedgood's Lake Dam?

Bedgood's Lake Dam has a dam height of 32 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 Bedgood's Lake Dam last inspected?

Bedgood's Lake Dam was last inspected on March 21, 2019. 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.