Fowler Lake Dam

Unknown· Fayette, Georgia· Built 1964· Earth· 26 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Fowler Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1964 and is 62 years old. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 26 ft (taller than 62.1% in GA)
Dam Length430 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage154 acre-ft
Normal Storage75 acre-ft
Surface Area10 acres
Drainage Area165 sq mi
Year Completed1964 (62 years old)
NID IDGA01348

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: December 13, 2011
State Regulated: No

Ownership

LAKEMONT HOMEOWNERS ASSOCIATION.INC.

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Fowler Lake Dam?

Fowler 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 Fowler Lake Dam?

Fowler Lake Dam is owned by LAKEMONT HOMEOWNERS ASSOCIATION.INC. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Fowler Lake Dam built?

Fowler Lake Dam was completed in 1964, making it 62 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 Fowler Lake Dam?

Fowler 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 Fowler Lake Dam?

Fowler Lake Dam has a dam height of 26 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 Fowler Lake Dam last inspected?

Fowler Lake Dam was last inspected on December 13, 2011. 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.