Bell Lake Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Rodgers Pond Dam Hodges Pond Dam
Last Updated: December 10, 2025
Bell Lake Dam in Bellville, Georgia, is a private Earth dam situated on Billy Fork Creek.
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Summary
Designed by NRCS- George Rice, the dam stands at a height of 20 feet with a hydraulic height of 18 feet, providing a storage capacity of 117 acre-feet. The dam's spillway type is uncontrolled, and it is categorized as having a low hazard potential with a moderate risk assessment.
Although the dam's condition assessment is currently listed as "Not Rated," it undergoes inspections every 5 years to ensure its structural integrity. With no state regulation or permitting required, Bell Lake Dam plays a crucial role in managing water resources in the area. Despite its relatively small surface area of 9 acres, the dam serves as a vital infrastructure for flood control and water storage in Evans County.
With its proximity to the Savannah District and the oversight of emergency contacts, Bell Lake Dam remains a key component in the local water resource management system. As climate change continues to impact water availability and quality, the importance of maintaining and monitoring dams like Bell Lake becomes increasingly significant for ensuring the resilience of the community in the face of evolving climate challenges.
Dam Height |
20 |
River Or Stream |
BILLY FORK CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
9 |
Hydraulic Height |
18 |
Nid Storage |
117 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
20 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Canoochee River Near Claxton
|
86cfs |
Ohoopee River Near Reidsville
|
219cfs |
Altamaha River Near Baxley
|
4880cfs |
Black Creek Near Blitchton
|
53cfs |
Ogeechee River Near Eden
|
770cfs |
Altamaha River At Doctortown
|
5270cfs |
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.
Bell Lake Dam