Parham Springs Lake Dam

Name unknown· Polk, Georgia· Earth· 52 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

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

Physical Details

Dam Height 52 ft (taller than 96.4% in GA)
Dam Length200 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage95 acre-ft
Normal Storage72 acre-ft
Surface Area7 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
NID IDGA02392

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: March 26, 2014
State Regulated: No

Ownership

Robinson, Earl D.

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Parham Springs Lake Dam?

Parham Springs 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 Parham Springs Lake Dam?

Parham Springs Lake Dam is owned by Robinson, Earl D. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Parham Springs Lake Dam?

Parham Springs 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 Parham Springs Lake Dam?

Parham Springs Lake Dam has a dam height of 52 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 Parham Springs Lake Dam last inspected?

Parham Springs Lake Dam was last inspected on March 26, 2014. 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.