Jackson Lake South Dam
Key Takeaway
Jackson Lake South Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 10 ft (taller than 4% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 1,700 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 73 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 42 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 12 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| NID ID | GA00755 |
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
Catoosa Properties, Inc.
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Jackson Lake South Dam?
Jackson Lake South 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 South Dam?
Jackson Lake South Dam is owned by Catoosa Properties, Inc. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Jackson Lake South Dam?
Jackson Lake South 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 South Dam?
Jackson Lake South Dam has a dam height of 10 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.