Jackson Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Jackson Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 11 ft (taller than 6.4% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 825 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 388 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 174 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 48 acres |
| Drainage Area | 441 sq mi |
| NID ID | GA04029 |
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
Stephen K. Dozier
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 Stephen K. Dozier (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Jackson Lake Dam?
Jackson 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 Jackson Lake Dam?
Jackson Lake Dam has a dam height of 11 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 October 15, 2015. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.