Howell Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Howell Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 35 ft (taller than 86.5% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 0 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 48 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 40 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 3 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 40 cfs |
| NID ID | GA08127 |
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
William Harvey Howell
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Howell Lake Dam?
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 Howell Lake Dam?
Howell Lake Dam is owned by William Harvey Howell (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
How tall is Howell Lake Dam?
Howell Lake Dam has a dam height of 35 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.