Bennett/Waters Lake Dam

Pierce, Georgia· Earth· 12 ft tall
Low Hazard Private

Key Takeaway

Bennett/Waters Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia.

Physical Details

Dam Height 12 ft (taller than 9.4% in GA)
Dam Length163 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage209 acre-ft
Normal Storage25 acre-ft
Surface Area0 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
NID IDGA06365

Safety Information

Low Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: March 9, 2016
State Regulated: No

Ownership

DUKES, MATILDA W

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Bennett/Waters Lake Dam?

Bennett/Waters 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/Waters Lake Dam?

Bennett/Waters Lake Dam is owned by DUKES, MATILDA W (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

How tall is Bennett/Waters Lake Dam?

Bennett/Waters Lake Dam has a dam height of 12 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/Waters Lake Dam last inspected?

Bennett/Waters Lake Dam was last inspected on March 9, 2016. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.