Lowe Irrigation Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Lowe Irrigation Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1980 and is 46 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 29 ft (taller than 73.2% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 590 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 141 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 125 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 9 acres |
| Drainage Area | 140 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1980 (46 years old) |
| NID ID | GA04687 |
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
Robinson, Bill
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Lowe Irrigation Lake Dam?
Lowe Irrigation 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 Lowe Irrigation Lake Dam?
Lowe Irrigation Lake Dam is owned by Robinson, Bill (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Lowe Irrigation Lake Dam built?
Lowe Irrigation Lake Dam was completed in 1980, making it 46 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 Lowe Irrigation Lake Dam?
Lowe Irrigation 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 Lowe Irrigation Lake Dam?
Lowe Irrigation Lake Dam has a dam height of 29 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 Lowe Irrigation Lake Dam last inspected?
Lowe Irrigation Lake Dam was last inspected on September 13, 2016. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.