Parish Lake Dam North
Key Takeaway
Parish Lake Dam North is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1975 and is 51 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 13 ft (taller than 12.9% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 780 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 127 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 64 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 18 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1,484 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1975 (51 years old) |
| NID ID | GA02820 |
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
Parish Lake Dam North
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Parish Lake Dam North?
Parish Lake Dam North 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 Parish Lake Dam North?
Parish Lake Dam North is owned by Parish Lake Dam North (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Parish Lake Dam North built?
Parish Lake Dam North was completed in 1975, making it 51 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.
What is the primary purpose of Parish Lake Dam North?
Parish Lake Dam North 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 Parish Lake Dam North?
Parish Lake Dam North 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.