Bishop Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Bishop Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1965 and is 61 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 25 ft (taller than 58.1% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 290 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 158 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 90 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 10 acres |
| Drainage Area | 245 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1965 (61 years old) |
| NID ID | GA02711 |
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
Bishop, Katherine Cecelia
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Bishop Lake Dam?
Bishop 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 Bishop Lake Dam?
Bishop Lake Dam is owned by Bishop, Katherine Cecelia (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 1965, making it 61 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 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 Bishop Lake Dam last inspected?
Bishop Lake Dam was last inspected on November 1, 2007. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.