Gowen Lake Dam

UNKNOWN· Charlton, Georgia· Earth· 11 ft tall
Low Hazard Fire Protection Stock Or Small Fish Pond Private

Key Takeaway

Gowen Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. Its primary use is fire protection.

Physical Details

Dam Height 11 ft (taller than 6.4% in GA)
Dam Length900 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage190 acre-ft
Normal Storage60 acre-ft
Surface Area20 acres
Drainage Area1,500 sq mi
NID IDGA03391

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: July 25, 2016
State Regulated: No

Ownership

Gowan, J.D and Sidney / Stapleton, C.P.

Private

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Hercules Lake 1

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Hercules Lake 2

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Hercules Lake 3

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Hannaford and James Lake Dam

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Gowen Lake Dam?

Gowen 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 Gowen Lake Dam?

Gowen Lake Dam is owned by Gowan, J.D and Sidney / Stapleton, C.P. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Gowen Lake Dam?

Gowen Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Gowen Lake Dam?

Gowen Lake 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 Gowen Lake Dam last inspected?

Gowen Lake Dam was last inspected on July 25, 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.