Bridge Water Ii Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Bridge Water Ii Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1933 and is 93 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 18 ft (taller than 32.5% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 255 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 119 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 54 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 12 acres |
| Drainage Area | 700 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1933 (93 years old) |
| NID ID | GA01807 |
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
Bridgewater Lake Homeowners Association Inc.
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Bridge Water Ii Lake Dam?
Bridge Water Ii 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 Bridge Water Ii Lake Dam?
Bridge Water Ii Lake Dam is owned by Bridgewater Lake Homeowners Association Inc. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Bridge Water Ii Lake Dam built?
Bridge Water Ii Lake Dam was completed in 1933, making it 93 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 Bridge Water Ii Lake Dam?
Bridge Water Ii 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 Bridge Water Ii Lake Dam?
Bridge Water Ii Lake Dam has a dam height of 18 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 Bridge Water Ii Lake Dam last inspected?
Bridge Water Ii Lake Dam was last inspected on October 4, 2016. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.