South Patrick Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
South Patrick Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 23 ft (taller than 50.8% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 234 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 322 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 124 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 29 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1,377 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 322 cfs |
| Year Modified | 2001 |
| NID ID | GA02469 |
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
Patrick Family, LP
Private
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What is the hazard classification of South Patrick Lake Dam?
South Patrick 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 South Patrick Lake Dam?
South Patrick Lake Dam is owned by Patrick Family, LP (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of South Patrick Lake Dam?
South Patrick 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 South Patrick Lake Dam?
South Patrick 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 South Patrick Lake Dam last inspected?
South Patrick Lake Dam was last inspected on December 15, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.