North Patrick Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
North Patrick Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 28 ft (taller than 69.6% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 528 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 302 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 104 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 17 acres |
| Drainage Area | 518 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 302 cfs |
| NID ID | GA02165 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
Patrick Family LP GGP
Private
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What is the hazard classification of North Patrick Lake Dam?
North Patrick Lake Dam is classified as Low Hazard. No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates North Patrick Lake Dam?
North Patrick Lake Dam is owned by Patrick Family LP GGP (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of North Patrick Lake Dam?
North Patrick Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is North Patrick Lake Dam?
North Patrick Lake Dam has a dam height of 28 ft. Dam height is measured from the natural streambed at the downstream toe to the top of the dam, and may differ from the visible height.
When was North Patrick Lake Dam last inspected?
North Patrick Lake Dam was last inspected on December 15, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.