Bishop Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Bishop Lake Dam is classified as high hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1945 and is 81 years old. 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 | 27 ft (taller than 65.9% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 375 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 399 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 261 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 24 acres |
| Drainage Area | 650 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1945 (81 years old) |
| NID ID | GA01480 |
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
Bishop Lake Civic Association
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Bishop Lake Dam?
Bishop Lake Dam 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 Lake Dam?
Bishop Lake Dam is owned by Bishop Lake Civic Association (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Bishop Lake Dam built?
Bishop Lake Dam was completed in 1945, making it 81 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 Bishop Lake Dam?
Bishop 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 Bishop Lake Dam?
Bishop Lake Dam has a dam height of 27 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 Lake Dam last inspected?
Bishop Lake Dam was last inspected on February 9, 2016. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.