Bobben Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Bobben Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1968 and is 58 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 12 ft (taller than 9.4% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 2,120 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 448 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 263 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 61 acres |
| Drainage Area | 64 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1968 (58 years old) |
| Year Modified | 1999 |
| NID ID | GA03504 |
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
State of Georgia Department of Natural Resources, Wildlife Resources Division
State Government
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What is the hazard classification of Bobben Lake Dam?
Bobben 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 Bobben Lake Dam?
Bobben Lake Dam is owned by State of Georgia Department of Natural Resources, Wildlife Resources Division (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Bobben Lake Dam built?
Bobben Lake Dam was completed in 1968, making it 58 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 Bobben Lake Dam?
Bobben 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 Bobben Lake Dam?
Bobben Lake Dam has a dam height of 12 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 Bobben Lake Dam last inspected?
Bobben Lake Dam was last inspected on May 29, 2016. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.