Jack Stepp Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Jack Stepp Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1984 and is 42 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 29 ft (taller than 73.2% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 240 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 65 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 40 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 4 acres |
| Max Discharge | 40 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1984 (42 years old) |
| NID ID | GA04312 |
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
The Hollis Family Revocable Living Trust
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Jack Stepp Lake Dam?
Jack Stepp 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 Jack Stepp Lake Dam?
Jack Stepp Lake Dam is owned by The Hollis Family Revocable Living Trust (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Jack Stepp Lake Dam built?
Jack Stepp Lake Dam was completed in 1984, making it 42 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 Jack Stepp Lake Dam?
Jack Stepp 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 Jack Stepp Lake Dam?
Jack Stepp Lake Dam has a dam height of 29 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 Jack Stepp Lake Dam last inspected?
Jack Stepp Lake Dam was last inspected on February 1, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.