Pritchard Lake Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Pritchard Lake Dam, located in Worth, Georgia, was completed in 1967 and serves primarily for recreational purposes.
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Summary
Owned privately, the dam stands at 21 feet in height with a hydraulic height of 19 feet. With a storage capacity of 228.35 acre-feet, the dam covers a surface area of 16.2 acres and drains an area of 283.2 square miles.
Despite its satisfactory condition assessment as of April 2017, Pritchard Lake Dam poses a high hazard potential due to being an uncontrolled spillway type structure. The dam's risk assessment is categorized as moderate, with a risk level of 3. Regular inspections are conducted every two years to ensure the safety and integrity of the dam, in compliance with state regulations and enforcement by the Georgia SAFE DAMS PROGRAM.
Water resource and climate enthusiasts will appreciate the significance of Pritchard Lake Dam in providing recreational opportunities while also recognizing the importance of its maintenance and risk management measures to safeguard the surrounding community and environment. As a key feature in the Savannah District, the dam's role in water resource management and flood control underscores the need for ongoing monitoring and oversight to ensure its continued safe operation.
Year Completed |
1967 |
Dam Length |
333 |
Dam Height |
21 |
River Or Stream |
Unknown |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
16.2 |
Hydraulic Height |
19 |
Drainage Area |
283.2 |
Nid Storage |
228.35 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
High |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
21 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Flint River At Albany
|
3510cfs |
Flint River At Ga 32
|
4340cfs |
Flint River At Newton
|
4380cfs |
Little R At Tifton Worth Co Line Rd
|
0cfs |
Muckalee Creek At Ga 195
|
419cfs |
Kinchafoonee Creek Near Dawson
|
531cfs |
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.
Pritchard Lake Dam