Lower Bear Garden Swamp
Key Takeaway
Lower Bear Garden Swamp is classified as low hazard in Georgia. Its primary use is other.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 8 ft (taller than 0.9% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 600 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 80 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 42 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 17 acres |
| Drainage Area | 3,350 sq mi |
| NID ID | GA03636 |
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
Packaging Corp. of America
Private
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Low Hazard 11 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Lower Bear Garden Swamp?
Lower Bear Garden Swamp 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 Lower Bear Garden Swamp?
Lower Bear Garden Swamp is owned by Packaging Corp. of America (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Lower Bear Garden Swamp?
Lower Bear Garden Swamp serves the following purposes: Other. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Lower Bear Garden Swamp?
Lower Bear Garden Swamp has a dam height of 8 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.