Howington Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Howington Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 32 ft (taller than 81% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 180 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 64 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 48 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 4 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| NID ID | GA05735 |
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
Howington, Greg W.
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Howington Lake Dam?
Howington 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 Howington Lake Dam?
Howington Lake Dam is owned by Howington, Greg W. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
How tall is Howington Lake Dam?
Howington Lake Dam has a dam height of 32 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 Howington Lake Dam last inspected?
Howington Lake Dam was last inspected on March 30, 2016. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.