Owens Lake Dam

UNKNOWN· Decatur, Georgia· Earth· 18 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Owens Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 18 ft (taller than 32.5% in GA)
Dam Length480 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage129 acre-ft
Normal Storage77 acre-ft
Surface Area12 acres
NID IDGA04215

Safety Information

Low Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: October 1, 2002
State Regulated: No

Ownership

Owens Cromer Farms at Southwinds Plantation, LLC

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Owens Lake Dam?

Owens 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 Owens Lake Dam?

Owens Lake Dam is owned by Owens Cromer Farms at Southwinds Plantation, LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Owens Lake Dam?

Owens 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 Owens Lake Dam?

Owens Lake Dam has a dam height of 18 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 Owens Lake Dam last inspected?

Owens Lake Dam was last inspected on October 1, 2002. 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.