Echols Lake Dam

Henry, Georgia· Earth· 42 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Echols Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 42 ft (taller than 92.9% in GA)
Dam Length520 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage354 acre-ft
Normal Storage296 acre-ft
Surface Area16 acres
NID IDGA05445

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: March 1, 2017
State Regulated: No

Ownership

The E.P. Echols Limited Partnership

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Echols Lake Dam?

Echols 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 Echols Lake Dam?

Echols Lake Dam is owned by The E.P. Echols Limited Partnership (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Echols Lake Dam?

Echols 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 Echols Lake Dam?

Echols Lake Dam has a dam height of 42 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 Echols Lake Dam last inspected?

Echols Lake Dam was last inspected on March 1, 2017. 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.