Bedingfield Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Bedingfield Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1979 and is 47 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 16 ft (taller than 24.2% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 305 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 124 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 100 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 20 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1979 (47 years old) |
| NID ID | GA03165 |
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
Bedenfield, W. Nelson
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Bedingfield Lake Dam?
Bedingfield 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 Bedingfield Lake Dam?
Bedingfield Lake Dam is owned by Bedenfield, W. Nelson (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Bedingfield Lake Dam built?
Bedingfield 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 Bedingfield Lake Dam?
Bedingfield 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 Bedingfield Lake Dam?
Bedingfield Lake Dam has a dam height of 16 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 Bedingfield Lake Dam last inspected?
Bedingfield Lake Dam was last inspected on November 1, 2004. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.