Pritchard Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Pritchard Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1960 and is 66 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 36 ft (taller than 88.1% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 564 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 357 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 245 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 18 acres |
| Drainage Area | 200 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1960 (66 years old) |
| NID ID | GA00459 |
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
Pritchard Farms
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Pritchard Lake Dam?
Pritchard 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 Pritchard Lake Dam?
Pritchard Lake Dam is owned by Pritchard Farms (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Pritchard Lake Dam built?
Pritchard Lake Dam was completed in 1960, making it 66 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 Pritchard Lake Dam?
Pritchard Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Pritchard Lake Dam?
Pritchard Lake Dam has a dam height of 36 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 Pritchard Lake Dam last inspected?
Pritchard Lake Dam was last inspected on April 1, 1989. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.