Berner Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Berner Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1964 and is 62 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 25 ft (taller than 58.1% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 531 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 430 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 192 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 24 acres |
| Drainage Area | 790 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1964 (62 years old) |
| NID ID | GA01106 |
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
Rolling B Ranch LLC
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Berner Lake Dam?
Berner 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 Berner Lake Dam?
Berner Lake Dam is owned by Rolling B Ranch LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Berner Lake Dam built?
Berner Lake Dam was completed in 1964, making it 62 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 Berner Lake Dam?
Berner 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 Berner Lake Dam?
Berner Lake Dam has a dam height of 25 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 Berner Lake Dam last inspected?
Berner Lake Dam was last inspected on June 6, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.