Bentley Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Bentley Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1958 and is 68 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 9 ft (taller than 2.3% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 590 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 161 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 58 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 23 acres |
| Drainage Area | 2,450 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1958 (68 years old) |
| NID ID | GA03451 |
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
Brivis Enterprise LLC Humphries, Shirley
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Bentley Lake Dam?
Bentley 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 Bentley Lake Dam?
Bentley Lake Dam is owned by Brivis Enterprise LLC Humphries, Shirley (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Bentley Lake Dam built?
Bentley Lake Dam was completed in 1958, making it 68 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 Bentley Lake Dam?
Bentley 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 Bentley Lake Dam?
Bentley 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 Bentley Lake Dam last inspected?
Bentley Lake Dam was last inspected on June 13, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.