Jack Turner Reservoir Dam
Key Takeaway
Jack Turner Reservoir Dam is classified as high hazard in Georgia. Its primary use is water supply. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 47 ft (taller than 95.1% in GA) |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 19.0K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 13.8K acre-ft |
| NID ID | GA04518 |
Safety Information
Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
Rockdale Water Resources
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Jack Turner Reservoir Dam?
Jack Turner Reservoir Dam is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Jack Turner Reservoir Dam?
Jack Turner Reservoir Dam is owned by Rockdale Water Resources (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Jack Turner Reservoir Dam?
Jack Turner Reservoir Dam serves the following purposes: Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Jack Turner Reservoir Dam?
Jack Turner Reservoir Dam has a dam height of 47 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 Turner Reservoir Dam last inspected?
Jack Turner Reservoir Dam was last inspected on March 14, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.