Jackson Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Jackson Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1960 and is 66 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 9 ft (taller than 2.3% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 745 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 264 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 108 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 36 acres |
| Drainage Area | 258 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 264 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1960 (66 years old) |
| NID ID | GA03383 |
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
Wortman, Henry Clinton Jr.
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Jackson Lake Dam?
Jackson 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 Jackson Lake Dam?
Jackson Lake Dam is owned by Wortman, Henry Clinton Jr. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Jackson Lake Dam built?
Jackson Lake Dam was completed in 1960, making it 66 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 Jackson Lake Dam?
Jackson Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Jackson Lake Dam?
Jackson Lake Dam has a dam height of 9 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 Jackson Lake Dam last inspected?
Jackson Lake Dam was last inspected on January 11, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.