Phillips Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Phillips Dam, located in Harris, Georgia, was completed in 1967 and serves primarily for recreation purposes.


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Summary

This earth dam, with a height of 26.6 feet and a length of 620 feet, has a storage capacity of 189.9 acre-feet and covers a surface area of 13 acres. Despite being uncontrolled, the spillway type is listed as "Uncontrolled" with a hazard potential rated as low.

Managed by a private entity, Phillips Dam is under the jurisdiction of the state with regular inspections conducted every five years. The dam is not state regulated or permitted, but state inspection and enforcement are in place. The condition of the dam is currently listed as "Not Rated," and although the risk assessment is moderate, the risk management measures and emergency action plan details are not specified in the available data.

Overall, Phillips Dam offers a recreational oasis in the Pine Mountain environs, with its tranquil waters providing a serene escape for visitors. As a key feature in the region, the dam's historical significance and engineering design by the Natural Resources Conservation Service make it a noteworthy site for water resource and climate enthusiasts to explore and appreciate.

Year Completed

1967

Dam Length

620

Dam Height

26.6

River Or Stream

UNKNOWN

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

13

Drainage Area

110

Nid Storage

189.9

Outlet Gates

Uncontrolled

Hazard Potential

Low

Foundations

Unlisted/Unknown

Nid Height

27
       
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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.
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