Bowens Pond Dam

UNKNOWN· Candler, Georgia· Earth· 11 ft tall
Low Hazard Irrigation Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Bowens Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. Its primary use is irrigation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 11 ft (taller than 6.4% in GA)
Dam Length900 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage199 acre-ft
Normal Storage75 acre-ft
Surface Area25 acres
Drainage Area4,000 sq mi
NID IDGA04063

Safety Information

Low Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: June 14, 2016
State Regulated: No

Ownership

Bowen, John R;R E & MARY S HENDRIX

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Bowens Pond Dam?

Bowens 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 Bowens Pond Dam?

Bowens Pond Dam is owned by Bowen, John R;R E & MARY S HENDRIX (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Bowens Pond Dam?

Bowens Pond Dam serves the following purposes: Irrigation, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Bowens Pond Dam?

Bowens Pond Dam has a dam height of 11 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 Bowens Pond Dam last inspected?

Bowens Pond Dam was last inspected on June 14, 2016. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.