Big Bass Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Big Bass Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1963 and is 63 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 24 ft (taller than 54.4% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 600 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 201 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 136 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 17 acres |
| Drainage Area | 900 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1963 (63 years old) |
| NID ID | GA01081 |
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
Mason, Miles H. Jr. and Miles H. Iii
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Big Bass Lake Dam?
Big Bass 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 Big Bass Lake Dam?
Big Bass Lake Dam is owned by Mason, Miles H. Jr. and Miles H. Iii (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Big Bass Lake Dam built?
Big Bass Lake Dam was completed in 1963, making it 63 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 Big Bass Lake Dam?
Big Bass 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 Big Bass Lake Dam?
Big Bass 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 Big Bass Lake Dam last inspected?
Big Bass Lake Dam was last inspected on August 1, 2009. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.