Patten Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Patten Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 23 ft (taller than 50.8% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 686 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 261 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 55 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 10 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| NID ID | GA00515 |
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
Alapaha Council, B. S .A.
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Patten Lake Dam?
Patten 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 Patten Lake Dam?
Patten Lake Dam is owned by Alapaha Council, B. S .A. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
How tall is Patten Lake Dam?
Patten Lake Dam 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.
When was Patten Lake Dam last inspected?
Patten Lake Dam was last inspected on March 10, 2016. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.