Jack Stepp Lake Dam

Name unknown· Gordon, Georgia· Built 1984· Earth· 29 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Private

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 Length240 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage65 acre-ft
Normal Storage40 acre-ft
Surface Area4 acres
Max Discharge40 cfs
Year Completed1984 (42 years old)
NID IDGA04312

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: February 1, 2018
State Regulated: No

Ownership

The Hollis Family Revocable Living Trust

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

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.

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.