Patterson Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Patterson Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1962 and is 64 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 25 ft (taller than 58.1% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 174 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 94 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 48 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 6 acres |
| Drainage Area | 261 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1962 (64 years old) |
| NID ID | GA01139 |
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
Patterson, Douglas R.
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Patterson Lake Dam?
Patterson 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 Patterson Lake Dam?
Patterson Lake Dam is owned by Patterson, Douglas R. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Patterson Lake Dam built?
Patterson Lake Dam was completed in 1962, making it 64 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 Patterson Lake Dam?
Patterson 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 Patterson Lake Dam?
Patterson Lake Dam has a dam height of 25 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 Patterson Lake Dam last inspected?
Patterson Lake Dam was last inspected on June 1, 1985. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.