Joe Bell Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Joe Bell Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1965 and is 61 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 28 ft (taller than 69.6% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 525 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 101 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 72 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 9 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1965 (61 years old) |
| NID ID | GA01936 |
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
Massy, Carolyn Bell
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Joe Bell Lake Dam?
Joe Bell 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 Joe Bell Lake Dam?
Joe Bell Lake Dam is owned by Massy, Carolyn Bell (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Joe Bell Lake Dam built?
Joe Bell Lake Dam was completed in 1965, making it 61 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 Joe Bell Lake Dam?
Joe Bell 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 Joe Bell Lake Dam?
Joe Bell Lake Dam has a dam height of 28 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 Joe Bell Lake Dam last inspected?
Joe Bell Lake Dam was last inspected on April 1, 1989. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.