Bishop Creek Dam WS Str #7
Key Takeaway
Bishop Creek Dam WS Str #7 is classified as high hazard in Georgia. Its primary use is recreation. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 21 ft (taller than 43.5% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 1,270 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 2.8K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 904 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 161 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1,200 sq mi |
| NID ID | GA02936 |
Safety Information
Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
Appling County Board of Commissioners
Local Government
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Low Hazard 12 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Bishop Creek Dam WS Str #7?
Bishop Creek Dam WS Str #7 is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Bishop Creek Dam WS Str #7?
Bishop Creek Dam WS Str #7 is owned by Appling County Board of Commissioners (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Bishop Creek Dam WS Str #7?
Bishop Creek Dam WS Str #7 serves the following purposes: Recreation, Flood Risk Reduction. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Bishop Creek Dam WS Str #7?
Bishop Creek Dam WS Str #7 has a dam height of 21 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 Bishop Creek Dam WS Str #7 last inspected?
Bishop Creek Dam WS Str #7 was last inspected on April 1, 2006. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.