Bowen Mill Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Bowen Mill Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1878 and is 148 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 10 ft (taller than 4% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 1,200 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 549 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 266 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 76 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1878 (148 years old) |
| NID ID | GA01250 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
G. B. Bowen Estate
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Bowen Mill Pond Dam?
Bowen Mill Pond Dam is classified as Low Hazard. No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Bowen Mill Pond Dam?
Bowen Mill Pond Dam is owned by G. B. Bowen Estate (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Bowen Mill Pond Dam built?
Bowen Mill Pond Dam was completed in 1878, making it 148 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.
What is the primary purpose of Bowen Mill Pond Dam?
Bowen Mill Pond Dam serves the following purposes: Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Bowen Mill Pond Dam?
Bowen Mill Pond Dam has a dam height of 10 ft. Dam height is measured from the natural streambed at the downstream toe to the top of the dam, and may differ from the visible height.
When was Bowen Mill Pond Dam last inspected?
Bowen Mill Pond Dam was last inspected on November 1, 2004. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.