Bell's Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Bell's Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1957 and is 69 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 20 ft (taller than 40.1% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 351 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 180 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 124 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 15 acres |
| Drainage Area | 500 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1957 (69 years old) |
| NID ID | GA00440 |
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
JEFFREY B. BELL
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Bell's Lake Dam?
Bell's 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 Bell's Lake Dam?
Bell's Lake Dam is owned by JEFFREY B. BELL (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Bell's Lake Dam built?
Bell's Lake Dam was completed in 1957, making it 69 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 Bell's Lake Dam?
Bell'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 Bell's Lake Dam?
Bell's Lake Dam has a dam height of 20 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 Bell's Lake Dam last inspected?
Bell's Lake Dam was last inspected on June 1, 2004. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.