Upper Holoka Lake Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Holoka Lake Dam Leverette Pond Dam
Last Updated: December 6, 2025
Upper Holoka Lake Dam, located in Parrott, Georgia, is a private recreational dam with a primary purpose of providing leisure activities for water resource and climate enthusiasts.
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Summary
The earth dam stands at a height of 16.3 feet with a hydraulic height of 15 feet, creating a storage capacity of 115.3 acre-feet. The dam, constructed using buttress core types, spans a length of 145 feet and covers a surface area of 10.5 acres.
Despite being non-state regulated, Upper Holoka Lake Dam is subject to periodic inspections with a low hazard potential and a moderate risk assessment rating. The dam features an uncontrolled spillway and outlet gates, with the last inspection conducted in January 2019. While the condition assessment is not rated, the dam meets established guidelines for emergency action plans and risk management measures. Overall, Upper Holoka Lake Dam provides a safe and enjoyable environment for recreational activities while maintaining a moderate level of risk management.
Dam Length |
145 |
Dam Height |
16.3 |
River Or Stream |
Name unknown |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
10.5 |
Hydraulic Height |
15 |
Nid Storage |
115.3 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
16 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Kinchafoonee Creek At Preston
|
236cfs |
Muckalee Creek Near Americus
|
238cfs |
Kinchafoonee Creek Near Dawson
|
593cfs |
Muckalee Creek At Ga 195
|
482cfs |
Pachitla Creek Near Edison
|
245cfs |
Ichawaynochaway Creek At Ga 37
|
421cfs |
Dam Data Reference
Condition Assessment
SatisfactoryNo 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
HighDams 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.
Upper Holoka Lake Dam