Perrow Lake Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 6, 2025

Perrow Lake Dam, located in Jasper Environs, Georgia, was completed in 1972 by the Natural Resources Conservation Service and stands at a height of 37 feet with a length of 390 feet.


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Summary

The primary purpose of this Earth dam, with a buttress core type, is flood risk reduction, serving as a crucial component in managing water resources in the area. The dam has a normal storage capacity of 91 acre-feet and a maximum storage of 161 acre-feet, providing essential flood control measures for the region.

Despite being privately owned, the dam is subject to state inspection and regulation, ensuring its structural integrity and safe operation. With a low hazard potential and a moderate risk assessment rating, Perrow Lake Dam poses minimal risks to the surrounding communities. While the dam has not been rated for its condition, it continues to serve its purpose effectively in safeguarding against potential flood events. Water resource and climate enthusiasts can appreciate the role of Perrow Lake Dam in protecting the environment and local infrastructure from the impacts of flooding, highlighting the importance of sound water management practices in mitigating natural disasters.

Year Completed

1972

Dam Length

390

Dam Height

37

River Or Stream

UNKNOWN

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

9

Drainage Area

194

Nid Storage

161

Outlet Gates

Uncontrolled

Hazard Potential

Low

Foundations

Unlisted/Unknown

Nid Height

37
       
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Condition Assessment

Satisfactory
No existing or potential dam safety deficiencies are recognized. Acceptable performance is expected under all loading conditions (static, hydrologic, seismic) in accordance with the minimum applicable state or federal regulatory criteria or tolerable risk guidelines.
Fair
No existing dam safety deficiencies are recognized for normal operating conditions. Rare or extreme hydrologic and/or seismic events may result in a dam safety deficiency. Risk may be in the range to take further action. Note: Rare or extreme event is defined by the regulatory agency based on their minimum
Poor A dam safety deficiency is recognized for normal operating conditions which may realistically occur. Remedial action is necessary. POOR may also be used when uncertainties exist as to critical analysis parameters which identify a potential dam safety deficiency. Investigations and studies are necessary.
Unsatisfactory
A dam safety deficiency is recognized that requires immediate or emergency remedial action for problem resolution.
Not Rated
The dam has not been inspected, is not under state or federal jurisdiction, or has been inspected but, for whatever reason, has not been rated.
Not Available
Dams for which the condition assessment is restricted to approved government users.

Hazard Potential Classification

High
Dams assigned the high hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation will probably cause loss of human life.
Significant
Dams assigned the significant hazard potential classification are those dams where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life but can cause economic loss, environment damage, disruption of lifeline facilities, or impact other concerns. Significant hazard potential classification dams are often located in predominantly rural or agricultural areas but could be in areas with population and significant infrastructure.
Low
Dams assigned the low hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life and low economic and/or environmental losses. Losses are principally limited to the owner's property.
Undetermined
Dams for which a downstream hazard potential has not been designated or is not provided.
Not Available
Dams for which the downstream hazard potential is restricted to approved government users.