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H. C. Parham, also known as Jack Parham, is a private fish and wildlife pond located in Montazuma, Georgia. Constructed in 1959 by the Natural Resources Conservation Service, this earth dam stands at a height of 22 feet and a length of 410 feet, providing a storage capacity of 87 acre-feet with a normal storage of 42 acre-feet. The dam serves multiple purposes including fire protection, stock or small fish pond, and fish and wildlife habitat.
Situated along the Tr-Ulcohatchee and Flint rivers in Crawford County, Georgia, H. C. Parham has a low hazard potential and a moderate risk assessment rating of 3. With an uncontrolled spillway type and a maximum discharge of 20 cubic feet per second, the dam plays a key role in water resource management in the region. While the condition assessment is not available, the dam's risk management measures are not specified, highlighting the need for ongoing monitoring and maintenance to ensure its safety and functionality for the surrounding ecosystem.
As a vital component of the Savannah District's water infrastructure, H. C. Parham contributes to the conservation and management of water resources in the area. With its strategic location and storage capacity, the dam plays a crucial role in supporting fish and wildlife habitats while minimizing the risk of flooding and ensuring sustainable water supply for the community. Continued collaboration between private owners, federal agencies, and local stakeholders is essential to safeguarding the long-term effectiveness and resilience of this important water resource asset.
Year_Completed | 1959 |
Dam_Height | 22 |
River_Or_Stream | Tr- Ulcohatchee And Flint |
Dam_Length | 410 |
Primary_Dam_Type | Earth |
Drainage_Area | 1.53 |
Nid_Storage | 87 |
Hazard_Potential | Low |
Nid_Height | 22 |
ICHAWAYNOCHAWAY CREEK AT MILFORD | 440cfs |
KINCHAFOONEE CREEK NEAR DAWSON | 963cfs |
CHICKASAWHATCHEE CREEK AT ELMODEL | 45cfs |
ICHAWAYNOCHAWAY CREEK NEAR ELMODEL | 449cfs |
FLINT RIVER AT NEWTON | 8140cfs |
FLINT RIVER AT GA 32 | 7490cfs |
ICHAWAYNOCHAWAY CREEK BELOW NEWTON | 438cfs |