Parker Lake Dam

UNKNOWN· Harris, Georgia· Earth· 27 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

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

Physical Details

Dam Height 27 ft (taller than 65.9% in GA)
Dam Length390 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage244 acre-ft
Normal Storage124 acre-ft
Surface Area14 acres
Drainage Area270 sq mi
NID IDGA01649

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: February 18, 2020
State Regulated: No

Ownership

O'Neal, John L.

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Parker Lake Dam?

Parker 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 Parker Lake Dam?

Parker Lake Dam is owned by O'Neal, John L. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Parker Lake Dam?

Parker 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 Parker Lake Dam?

Parker Lake Dam has a dam height of 27 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 Parker Lake Dam last inspected?

Parker Lake Dam was last inspected on February 18, 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.