Prather Farms Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Prather Farms Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 18 ft (taller than 32.5% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 435 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 82 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 10 acres |
| NID ID | GA04623 |
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
Prather, Harold
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Prather Farms Lake Dam?
Prather Farms 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 Prather Farms Lake Dam?
Prather Farms Lake Dam is owned by Prather, Harold (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Prather Farms Lake Dam?
Prather Farms 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 Prather Farms Lake Dam?
Prather Farms Lake Dam has a dam height of 18 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.