Paradise Lake Dam

Harris, Georgia· Earth· 21 ft tall
Low Hazard Private

Key Takeaway

Paradise Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia.

Physical Details

Dam Height 21 ft (taller than 43.5% in GA)
Dam Length63 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage115 acre-ft
Normal Storage66 acre-ft
Surface Area9 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
NID IDGA05936

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: January 22, 2020
State Regulated: No

Ownership

Mr. and Mrs. Ray Mobley, Jr.

Private

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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 Mr. and Mrs. Ray Mobley, Jr. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

How tall is Paradise Lake Dam?

Paradise Lake Dam has a dam height of 21 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 January 22, 2020. 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.