Parish Lake Dam South
Key Takeaway
Parish Lake Dam South is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1970 and is 56 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 23 ft (taller than 50.8% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 258 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 89 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 63 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 7 acres |
| Drainage Area | 565 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1970 (56 years old) |
| NID ID | GA02888 |
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 Family LP
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Parish Lake Dam South?
Parish Lake Dam South 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 South?
Parish Lake Dam South is owned by Parish Family LP (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Parish Lake Dam South built?
Parish Lake Dam South was completed in 1970, making it 56 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 South?
Parish Lake Dam South 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 South?
Parish Lake Dam South has a dam height of 23 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.