Bean Lake Dam, located in Baxley, Georgia, was completed in 1968 and serves primarily for flood risk reduction along Bishop Creek Tributary.
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Designed by the Soil Conservation Service (SCS), this private-owned earth dam stands at a height of 12.2 feet with a hydraulic height of 14.5 feet and a length of 685 feet. It has a storage capacity of 101 acre-feet, covering a surface area of 8.2 acres and draining an area of 445 square miles.
Despite being classified as having a low hazard potential and moderate risk assessment, Bean Lake Dam has not been assessed for its condition and is labeled as "Not Rated." The dam features an uncontrolled spillway and outlet gates, with no state regulatory agency overseeing its operations. While it has not been modified in recent years, the dam undergoes inspection every five years, with the last one conducted in April 2016. With its proximity to Appling County, Georgia, and its crucial role in flood risk reduction, Bean Lake Dam remains an essential structure for water resource and climate enthusiasts to monitor and analyze in the region.
Year Completed |
1968 |
Dam Length |
685 |
Dam Height |
12.2 |
River Or Stream |
BISHOP CREEK TRIB. |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
8.2 |
Hydraulic Height |
14.5 |
Drainage Area |
445 |
Nid Storage |
101 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
15 |
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