Rowland Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Rowland Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1968 and is 58 years old. Its primary use is water supply.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 20 ft (taller than 40.1% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 240 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 157 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 84 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 12 acres |
| Drainage Area | 240 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1968 (58 years old) |
| NID ID | GA02776 |
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
Rowland, Mike
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Rowland Lake Dam?
Rowland 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 Rowland Lake Dam?
Rowland Lake Dam is owned by Rowland, Mike (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Rowland Lake Dam built?
Rowland Lake Dam was completed in 1968, making it 58 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 Rowland Lake Dam?
Rowland Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Rowland Lake Dam?
Rowland Lake Dam has a dam height of 20 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 Rowland Lake Dam last inspected?
Rowland Lake Dam was last inspected on November 1, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.