Paradise Lake Dam

UNKNOWN· Berrien, Georgia· Earth· 13 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation State Government

Key Takeaway

Paradise Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 13 ft (taller than 12.9% in GA)
Dam Length5,900 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage343 acre-ft
Normal Storage203 acre-ft
Surface Area46 acres
Drainage Area40 sq mi
Year Modified1993
NID IDGA03987

Safety Information

Low Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: May 16, 2016
State Regulated: No

Ownership

State of Georgia Department of Wildlife Resources Division

State Government

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Paradise Lake Dam?

Paradise 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 Paradise Lake Dam?

Paradise Lake Dam is owned by State of Georgia Department of Wildlife Resources Division (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Paradise Lake Dam?

Paradise 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 Paradise Lake Dam?

Paradise Lake Dam has a dam height of 13 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 Paradise Lake Dam last inspected?

Paradise Lake Dam was last inspected on May 16, 2016. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.