Bennett Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Bennett Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1977 and is 49 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 17 ft (taller than 28.7% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 760 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 178 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 105 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 17 acres |
| Drainage Area | 360 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1977 (49 years old) |
| NID ID | GA02689 |
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
Neil Patrick
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Bennett Lake Dam?
Bennett 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 Bennett Lake Dam?
Bennett Lake Dam is owned by Neil Patrick (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Bennett Lake Dam built?
Bennett Lake Dam was completed in 1977, making it 49 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 Bennett Lake Dam?
Bennett 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 Bennett Lake Dam?
Bennett Lake Dam has a dam height of 17 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 Bennett Lake Dam last inspected?
Bennett Lake Dam was last inspected on March 1, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.