Bleakley Lake Dam

Name unknown· Paulding, Georgia· Earth· 20 ft tall
Low Hazard Fire Protection Stock Or Small Fish Pond Private

Key Takeaway

Bleakley Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. Its primary use is fire protection.

Physical Details

Dam Height 20 ft (taller than 40.1% in GA)
Dam Length570 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage159 acre-ft
Normal Storage100 acre-ft
Surface Area14 acres
Drainage Area220 sq mi
NID IDGA00014

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: July 18, 2018
State Regulated: No

Ownership

Dorothy A. Bleakley Living Trust

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Bleakley Lake Dam?

Bleakley 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 Bleakley Lake Dam?

Bleakley Lake Dam is owned by Dorothy A. Bleakley Living Trust (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Bleakley Lake Dam?

Bleakley Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Bleakley Lake Dam?

Bleakley Lake Dam has a dam height of 20 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 Bleakley Lake Dam last inspected?

Bleakley Lake Dam was last inspected on July 18, 2018. 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.