Bourne Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Bourne Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1954 and is 72 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 23 ft (taller than 50.8% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 400 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 67 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 41 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 5 acres |
| Drainage Area | 450 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1954 (72 years old) |
| NID ID | GA02308 |
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
Bourne, Francis, Jr.
Private
Nearby Dams
Willingham Lake Dam
Union, GA
Low Hazard 37 ftNottely Dam
Union, GA
High Hazard 197 ftMorton Lake Dam
Union, GA
Low Hazard 33 ftWhitmire Lake Dam Upper
Cherokee, NC
Low HazardWhitmire Lake Dam Lower
Cherokee, NC
Low HazardSkomp Dam
Cherokee, NC
High HazardWells Lake Dam Lower
Cherokee, NC
Low HazardWells Lake Dam Upper
Cherokee, NC
Low HazardFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Bourne Lake Dam?
Bourne 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 Bourne Lake Dam?
Bourne Lake Dam is owned by Bourne, Francis, Jr. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Bourne Lake Dam built?
Bourne Lake Dam was completed in 1954, making it 72 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 Bourne Lake Dam?
Bourne 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 Bourne Lake Dam?
Bourne Lake Dam has a dam height of 23 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 Bourne Lake Dam last inspected?
Bourne Lake Dam was last inspected on January 1, 1985. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.