Lake Owlhead

Jeff Davis, Georgia· Earth· 15 ft tall
Unknown Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Lake Owlhead is classified as unknown in Georgia. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 15 ft (taller than 20.3% in GA)
Dam Length1,335 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage563 acre-ft
Normal Storage233 acre-ft
Surface Area50 acres
NID IDGA06273

Safety Information

Unknown

Hazard potential has not been determined.

Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: September 11, 2014
State Regulated: No

Ownership

Lake Owlhead Lot Owners Associations Inc C/O Gery Leroy Martin

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Lake Owlhead?

Lake Owlhead is classified as Unknown. Hazard potential has not been determined. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.

Who owns and operates Lake Owlhead?

Lake Owlhead is owned by Lake Owlhead Lot Owners Associations Inc C/O Gery Leroy Martin (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Lake Owlhead?

Lake Owlhead 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 Lake Owlhead?

Lake Owlhead has a dam height of 15 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 Lake Owlhead last inspected?

Lake Owlhead was last inspected on September 11, 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.