Bennett Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Bennett Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1950 and is 76 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 9 ft (taller than 2.3% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 270 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 100 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 32 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 14 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1950 (76 years old) |
| NID ID | GA03144 |
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
Sylvan Investments LLC
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 Sylvan Investments LLC (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 1950, making it 76 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 9 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 October 1, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.