Banks Lake Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 13, 2025
Banks Lake Dam, located in Morgan, Georgia, is a privately owned Earth dam with a height of 32 feet and a length of 720 feet.
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Summary
Completed with a storage capacity of 295 acre-feet, this dam serves as a vital structure in the Savannah District, providing flood control and water resource management in the region. Despite being uncontrolled, the low hazard potential and moderate risk assessment make Banks Lake Dam a reliable infrastructure for its designated purposes.
Although last inspected in 2010 with a frequency of every 5 years, Banks Lake Dam continues to stand as a sturdy and essential component in the area's water infrastructure network. With a condition assessment of "Not Rated" and a risk management plan in place, the dam maintains a satisfactory level of safety and security. While not state-regulated or permitted, its presence contributes to the overall water resource management efforts in the region, ensuring sustainable water supply and environmental protection.
For water resource and climate enthusiasts, Banks Lake Dam serves as a noteworthy structure within the Georgia landscape, showcasing the importance of earth dams in maintaining water levels and mitigating flood risks. As an integral part of the local water management system, this dam plays a crucial role in safeguarding the surrounding communities and environment. With its moderate risk assessment and low hazard potential, Banks Lake Dam stands as a testament to effective infrastructure planning and management in the face of changing climate conditions.
Dam Length |
720 |
Dam Height |
32 |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Nid Storage |
295 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
32 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Little River Near Eatonton
|
89cfs |
Oconee River Near Penfield
|
527cfs |
Apalachee River Near Bostwick
|
115cfs |
Alcovy River Above Covington
|
103cfs |
Murder Creek Below Eatonton
|
54cfs |
Alcovy River Below Covington
|
118cfs |
Dam Data Reference
Condition Assessment
SatisfactoryNo existing or potential dam safety deficiencies are recognized. Acceptable performance is expected under all loading conditions (static, hydrologic, seismic) in accordance with the minimum applicable state or federal regulatory criteria or tolerable risk guidelines.
Fair
No existing dam safety deficiencies are recognized for normal operating conditions. Rare or extreme hydrologic and/or seismic events may result in a dam safety deficiency. Risk may be in the range to take further action. Note: Rare or extreme event is defined by the regulatory agency based on their minimum
Poor A dam safety deficiency is recognized for normal operating conditions which may realistically occur. Remedial action is necessary. POOR may also be used when uncertainties exist as to critical analysis parameters which identify a potential dam safety deficiency. Investigations and studies are necessary.
Unsatisfactory
A dam safety deficiency is recognized that requires immediate or emergency remedial action for problem resolution.
Not Rated
The dam has not been inspected, is not under state or federal jurisdiction, or has been inspected but, for whatever reason, has not been rated.
Not Available
Dams for which the condition assessment is restricted to approved government users.
Hazard Potential Classification
HighDams assigned the high hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation will probably cause loss of human life.
Significant
Dams assigned the significant hazard potential classification are those dams where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life but can cause economic loss, environment damage, disruption of lifeline facilities, or impact other concerns. Significant hazard potential classification dams are often located in predominantly rural or agricultural areas but could be in areas with population and significant infrastructure.
Low
Dams assigned the low hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life and low economic and/or environmental losses. Losses are principally limited to the owner's property.
Undetermined
Dams for which a downstream hazard potential has not been designated or is not provided.
Not Available
Dams for which the downstream hazard potential is restricted to approved government users.
Banks Lake Dam