Pritchard Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Pritchard Lake Dam is classified as high hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1967 and is 59 years old. Its primary use is recreation. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 21 ft (taller than 43.5% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 333 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 228 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 59 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 16 acres |
| Drainage Area | 283 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1967 (59 years old) |
| Year Modified | 2017 |
| NID ID | GA03479 |
Safety Information
Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
The Jones Company
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Pritchard Lake Dam?
Pritchard Lake Dam is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. 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 The Jones Company (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 1967, making it 59 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: Recreation. 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 21 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 26, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.