Bentley Lake Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Bentley Lake Dam, located in Pavo, Georgia, was completed in 1989 and serves primarily for recreational purposes.
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Summary
This private dam, with a height of 15.6 feet and a length of 915 feet, provides a storage capacity of 194 acre-feet and covers a surface area of 20 acres. Despite being classified as a low hazard potential structure, the dam is subject to regular inspections, with the last one conducted in January 2018.
The dam's design features an Earth core supported by Buttress foundations, with an uncontrolled spillway and outlet gates. While the dam has not been modified in recent years, it is considered to have a moderate risk level (3) based on a risk assessment. Although the dam is not regulated by the state, it falls under the jurisdiction of Georgia and is subject to state inspections. The maintenance and operation of Bentley Lake Dam are managed by its private owner, with emergency preparedness and risk management measures not specifically outlined in the available data.
Overall, Bentley Lake Dam provides a recreational outlet in Brooks County, Georgia, offering opportunities for water enthusiasts to enjoy the lake's amenities. Despite its low hazard potential, the dam's moderate risk assessment underscores the importance of continued monitoring and maintenance to ensure the safety of the surrounding community and the sustainability of the dam's recreational functions.
Year Completed |
1989 |
Dam Length |
915 |
Dam Height |
15.6 |
River Or Stream |
UNKNOWN |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
20 |
Hydraulic Height |
15.6 |
Nid Storage |
194 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
16 |
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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.
Bentley Lake Dam