Howell Lake Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Daniels Lake Dam Smith Lake Dam
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Howell Lake Dam, located in Candler, Georgia, on Bad Prong Creek, is a privately owned Earth dam with a height of 15 feet and a storage capacity of 183 acre-feet.
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Summary
Designed by George Rice of the Natural Resources Conservation Service, the dam has an uncontrolled spillway and outlet gates. Despite being non-state regulated, the dam is subject to regular state inspections, with the last inspection conducted in May 2016. The hazard potential of the dam is rated as low, with a moderate risk assessment score of 3.
With a history of being inspected every 5 years and a condition assessment of "Not Rated," Howell Lake Dam is a crucial structure for water resource management in the area. While it may not be state-regulated or permitted, the dam plays a significant role in flood control and water storage for the region. The dam's primary purpose, though unspecified, is evident in its design and storage capacity, providing valuable resources for the surrounding community.
Located within the Charleston District of the US Army Corps of Engineers, Howell Lake Dam stands as a testament to the collaboration between private owners and federal agencies in maintaining and managing critical water infrastructure. Despite its low hazard potential, the dam's moderate risk assessment underscores the importance of continued monitoring and risk management measures to ensure its long-term stability and effectiveness in water resource management.
Dam Height |
15 |
River Or Stream |
BAD PRONG CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
15 |
Nid Storage |
183 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
15 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Canoochee River Near Claxton
|
16cfs |
Ohoopee River Near Reidsville
|
105cfs |
Ogeechee River At Rocky Ford Rd
|
557cfs |
Black Creek Near Blitchton
|
9cfs |
Ogeechee River At Midville
|
662cfs |
Altamaha River Near Baxley
|
3480cfs |
Dam Data Reference
Condition Assessment
SatisfactoryNo existing or potential dam safety deficiencies are recognized. Acceptable performance is expected under all loading conditions (static, hydrologic, seismic) in accordance with the minimum applicable state or federal regulatory criteria or tolerable risk guidelines.
Fair
No existing dam safety deficiencies are recognized for normal operating conditions. Rare or extreme hydrologic and/or seismic events may result in a dam safety deficiency. Risk may be in the range to take further action. Note: Rare or extreme event is defined by the regulatory agency based on their minimum
Poor A dam safety deficiency is recognized for normal operating conditions which may realistically occur. Remedial action is necessary. POOR may also be used when uncertainties exist as to critical analysis parameters which identify a potential dam safety deficiency. Investigations and studies are necessary.
Unsatisfactory
A dam safety deficiency is recognized that requires immediate or emergency remedial action for problem resolution.
Not Rated
The dam has not been inspected, is not under state or federal jurisdiction, or has been inspected but, for whatever reason, has not been rated.
Not Available
Dams for which the condition assessment is restricted to approved government users.
Hazard Potential Classification
HighDams assigned the high hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation will probably cause loss of human life.
Significant
Dams assigned the significant hazard potential classification are those dams where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life but can cause economic loss, environment damage, disruption of lifeline facilities, or impact other concerns. Significant hazard potential classification dams are often located in predominantly rural or agricultural areas but could be in areas with population and significant infrastructure.
Low
Dams assigned the low hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life and low economic and/or environmental losses. Losses are principally limited to the owner's property.
Undetermined
Dams for which a downstream hazard potential has not been designated or is not provided.
Not Available
Dams for which the downstream hazard potential is restricted to approved government users.
Howell Lake Dam