Bethune Lake Dam

Butts, Georgia· Earth· 24 ft tall
Low Hazard Private

Key Takeaway

Bethune Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia.

Physical Details

Dam Height 24 ft (taller than 54.4% in GA)
Dam Length0 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage143 acre-ft
Normal Storage95 acre-ft
Surface Area10 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
NID IDGA07004

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: October 4, 2016
State Regulated: No

Ownership

Martin Marietta Materials Inc

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Bethune Lake Dam?

Bethune 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 Bethune Lake Dam?

Bethune Lake Dam is owned by Martin Marietta Materials Inc (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

How tall is Bethune Lake Dam?

Bethune Lake Dam has a dam height of 24 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 Bethune Lake Dam last inspected?

Bethune Lake Dam was last inspected on October 4, 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.