Sowell Lake Dam

UNKNOWN· Spalding, Georgia· Earth· 30 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

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

Physical Details

Dam Height 30 ft (taller than 76% in GA)
Dam Length765 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage200 acre-ft
Normal Storage137 acre-ft
Surface Area12 acres
Drainage Area257 sq mi
NID IDGA01449

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, 2012
State Regulated: No

Ownership

Joanne R. Sowell

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Sowell Lake Dam?

Sowell 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 Sowell Lake Dam?

Sowell Lake Dam is owned by Joanne R. Sowell (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Sowell Lake Dam?

Sowell 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 Sowell Lake Dam?

Sowell Lake Dam has a dam height of 30 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 Sowell Lake Dam last inspected?

Sowell Lake Dam was last inspected on October 1, 2012. 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.