Park Lake Dam (Upper) Reservoir Report
Nearby: Park Pond (Lower) Dam Olliff Dam
Last Updated: December 13, 2025
Park Lake Dam (Upper) in Coffee, Georgia, is a private earth dam located on Hurricane Creek, with a primary purpose of recreation.
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Summary
The dam stands at a height of 4.8 feet with a hydraulic height of 9 feet, offering a storage capacity of 102.5 acre-feet. While the dam is uncontrolled, it poses a low hazard potential and has a moderate risk assessment rating.
Despite not being state regulated or inspected, Park Lake Dam (Upper) serves as a vital recreational resource for the local community. The dam's condition is currently not rated, but it continues to provide a surface area of 17 acres for activities such as fishing, boating, and wildlife observation. With its beautiful surroundings and tranquil waters, the dam offers a unique opportunity for water resource and climate enthusiasts to appreciate the natural beauty of the area while enjoying outdoor activities.
Dam Length |
400 |
Dam Height |
4.8 |
River Or Stream |
HURRICANE CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
17 |
Hydraulic Height |
9 |
Nid Storage |
102.5 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
9 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Ocmulgee River At Lumber City
|
2740cfs |
Turnpike Creek Near Mcrae
|
11cfs |
Altamaha River Near Baxley
|
4410cfs |
Alapaha River Near Alapaha
|
87cfs |
Satilla River Near Waycross
|
143cfs |
Little Satilla River Near Offerman
|
11cfs |
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.
Park Lake Dam (Upper)