Behrens Dam
Key Takeaway
Behrens Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1986 and is 40 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 27 ft (taller than 65.9% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 190 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 17 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 9 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 1 acres |
| Year Completed | 1986 (40 years old) |
| NID ID | GA04955 |
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
Behrens, Earl H.
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Behrens Dam?
Behrens 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 Behrens Dam?
Behrens Dam is owned by Behrens, Earl H. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Behrens Dam built?
Behrens Dam was completed in 1986, making it 40 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 Behrens Dam?
Behrens 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 Behrens Dam?
Behrens Dam has a dam height of 27 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 Behrens Dam last inspected?
Behrens Dam was last inspected on September 1, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.