G.B. Alston Lake Dam

Bear Creek· Webster, Georgia· Built 1994· Earth· 15 ft tall
Unknown Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

G.B. Alston Lake Dam is classified as unknown in Georgia. It was completed in 1994 and is 32 years old. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 15 ft (taller than 20.3% in GA)
Dam Length675 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage751 acre-ft
Normal Storage268 acre-ft
Surface Area67 acres
Year Completed1994 (32 years old)
NID IDGA00850

Safety Information

Unknown

Hazard potential has not been determined.

Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: September 25, 2018
State Regulated: No

Ownership

GB Alston Farms

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of G.B. Alston Lake Dam?

G.B. Alston Lake Dam is classified as Unknown. Hazard potential has not been determined. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.

Who owns and operates G.B. Alston Lake Dam?

G.B. Alston Lake Dam is owned by GB Alston Farms (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was G.B. Alston Lake Dam built?

G.B. Alston Lake Dam was completed in 1994, making it 32 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 G.B. Alston Lake Dam?

G.B. Alston 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 G.B. Alston Lake Dam?

G.B. Alston Lake Dam has a dam height of 15 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 G.B. Alston Lake Dam last inspected?

G.B. Alston Lake Dam was last inspected on September 25, 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.