Duncan & Howell Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Duncan & Howell Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1986 and is 40 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 15 ft (taller than 20.3% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 450 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 109 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 55 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 10 acres |
| Year Completed | 1986 (40 years old) |
| NID ID | GA05126 |
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
Kimberly & Damon Joyce Richard
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Duncan & Howell Lake Dam?
Duncan & Howell Lake 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 Duncan & Howell Lake Dam?
Duncan & Howell Lake Dam is owned by Kimberly & Damon Joyce Richard (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Duncan & Howell Lake Dam built?
Duncan & Howell Lake Dam was completed in 1986, making it 40 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 Duncan & Howell Lake Dam?
Duncan & Howell Lake 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 Duncan & Howell Lake Dam?
Duncan & Howell Lake Dam has a dam height of 15 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 Duncan & Howell Lake Dam last inspected?
Duncan & Howell Lake Dam was last inspected on October 1, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.