Lowe Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Lowe Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1972 and is 54 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 17 ft (taller than 28.7% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 600 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 180 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 65 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 19 acres |
| Drainage Area | 170 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1972 (54 years old) |
| NID ID | GA00196 |
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
LTP Farms LLC
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Lowe Lake Dam?
Lowe 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 Lake Dam?
Lowe Lake Dam is owned by LTP Farms LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Lowe Lake Dam built?
Lowe Lake Dam was completed in 1972, making it 54 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 Lake Dam?
Lowe Lake Dam 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 Lowe Lake Dam?
Lowe Lake Dam has a dam height of 17 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 Lake Dam last inspected?
Lowe Lake Dam was last inspected on November 1, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.