Bedingfield Lake Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Gay Pond Dam R. A. Coleman Lake Dam
Last Updated: December 13, 2025
Bedingfield Lake Dam, located in Pine Hill Church Environs, Georgia, is a private earth dam constructed in 1979 primarily for recreation purposes.
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Summary
The dam stands at 16 feet tall and stretches 305 feet in length, creating a reservoir with a storage capacity of 124 acre-feet. Situated on Lime Sink Creek, the dam's low hazard potential and moderate risk assessment make it a relatively secure structure in terms of potential failure risks.
Although Bedingfield Lake Dam is not regulated by the state, it undergoes regular inspections, with the last recorded inspection dating back to November 2004. The dam features an uncontrolled spillway and outlet gates, contributing to its low hazard potential. The surrounding area offers a surface area of 20 acres for recreational activities, making it a popular spot for water resource and climate enthusiasts to visit and enjoy the natural beauty of Laurens County, Georgia.
Year Completed |
1979 |
Dam Length |
305 |
Dam Height |
16 |
River Or Stream |
LIME SINK CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
20 |
Nid Storage |
124 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
16 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Oconee River At Dublin
|
1030cfs |
Oconee River Near Mount Vernon
|
1280cfs |
Turnpike Creek Near Mcrae
|
11cfs |
Ocmulgee River At Hawkinsville
|
1900cfs |
Ocmulgee River At Lumber City
|
2740cfs |
Tucsawhatchee Creek Near Hawkinsville
|
28cfs |
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.
Bedingfield Lake Dam