Patrick Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Patrick Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1965 and is 61 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 26 ft (taller than 62.1% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 675 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 108 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 9 acres |
| Drainage Area | 79 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1965 (61 years old) |
| NID ID | GA00295 |
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
Patrick, Phyllis G.
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Patrick Lake Dam?
Patrick 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 Patrick Lake Dam?
Patrick Lake Dam is owned by Patrick, Phyllis G. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Patrick Lake Dam built?
Patrick Lake Dam was completed in 1965, making it 61 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 Patrick Lake Dam?
Patrick 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 Patrick Lake Dam?
Patrick Lake Dam has a dam height of 26 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 Patrick Lake Dam last inspected?
Patrick Lake Dam was last inspected on December 7, 2016. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.