Fowler Pond Dam

ROCKY CREEK· Treutlen, Georgia· Built 1932· Earth· 23 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Fowler Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1932 and is 94 years old. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 23 ft (taller than 50.8% in GA)
Dam Length490 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage158 acre-ft
Normal Storage113 acre-ft
Surface Area18 acres
Drainage Area405 sq mi
Year Completed1932 (94 years old)
NID IDGA03114

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 1, 2014
State Regulated: No

Ownership

Ellington, John E.

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Fowler Pond Dam?

Fowler 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 Fowler Pond Dam?

Fowler Pond Dam is owned by Ellington, John E. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Fowler Pond Dam built?

Fowler Pond Dam was completed in 1932, making it 94 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 Pond Dam?

Fowler 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 Fowler Pond Dam?

Fowler Pond Dam has a dam height of 23 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 Pond Dam last inspected?

Fowler Pond Dam was last inspected on December 1, 2014. 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.