Paradise Lake Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Hardy Millpond Dam Bobben Lake Dam
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Paradise Lake Dam in Berrien, Georgia, is a state-owned structure designed by W.R.
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Summary
Patrick primarily for recreation purposes. This earth dam with a core type of buttress stands at a height of 13 feet and has a hydraulic height of 12 feet. The dam spans 5,900 feet and has a storage capacity of 343 acre-feet, with a normal storage level of 203 acre-feet. The dam's surface area covers 46 acres and serves a drainage area of 40 acres.
Despite being uncontrolled, the dam has a low hazard potential and is assessed as not rated in terms of condition. The last inspection was conducted in May 2016, with a frequency of every 5 years. The risk assessment for Paradise Lake Dam is moderate, with no emergency action plan in place as of the last update in April 2021. With its picturesque location and recreational focus, this dam is a key feature in the water resource and climate landscape of Georgia, offering both leisure opportunities and a source of risk management challenges for stakeholders and enthusiasts alike.
Dam Length |
5900 |
Dam Height |
13 |
River Or Stream |
UNKNOWN |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
46 |
Hydraulic Height |
12 |
Drainage Area |
40 |
Nid Storage |
343 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
13 |
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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.
Paradise Lake Dam