Bentley Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Bentley Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1989 and is 37 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 16 ft (taller than 24.2% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 915 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 194 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 126 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 20 acres |
| Year Completed | 1989 (37 years old) |
| NID ID | GA03998 |
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
Bentley, Kathy P.
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 Bentley, Kathy P. (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 1989, making it 37 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 16 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 January 11, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.