Derris Jones Lake Dam No 3
Key Takeaway
Derris Jones Lake Dam No 3 is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1979 and is 47 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 16 ft (taller than 24.2% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 520 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 98 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 45 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 9 acres |
| Drainage Area | 145 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1979 (47 years old) |
| NID ID | GA03457 |
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
Derrick Jones
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Derris Jones Lake Dam No 3?
Derris Jones Lake Dam No 3 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 Derris Jones Lake Dam No 3?
Derris Jones Lake Dam No 3 is owned by Derrick Jones (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Derris Jones Lake Dam No 3 built?
Derris Jones Lake Dam No 3 was completed in 1979, making it 47 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 Derris Jones Lake Dam No 3?
Derris Jones Lake Dam No 3 serves the following purposes: Irrigation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Derris Jones Lake Dam No 3?
Derris Jones Lake Dam No 3 has a dam height of 16 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.