Owens Lake Dam

CHENUBE CREEK· Terrell, Georgia· Earth· 12 ft tall
Low Hazard Fire Protection Stock Or Small Fish Pond Private

Key Takeaway

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

Physical Details

Dam Height 12 ft (taller than 9.4% in GA)
Dam Length585 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage184 acre-ft
Normal Storage101 acre-ft
Surface Area25 acres
NID IDGA05004

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: August 10, 2016
State Regulated: No

Ownership

Griffin, Ann

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 Griffin, Ann (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: 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 Owens Lake Dam?

Owens Lake Dam has a dam height of 12 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 August 10, 2016. 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.