Bentley Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Bentley Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 9 ft (taller than 2.3% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 1,275 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 82 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 8 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 13 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| NID ID | GA03578 |
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
Sauls Enterprises LLC Billy G. Sauls, ETAL
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 Sauls Enterprises LLC Billy G. Sauls, ETAL (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Bentley Lake Dam?
Bentley Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Irrigation. 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.