James Stokes Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
James Stokes Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1959 and is 67 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 23 ft (taller than 50.8% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 420 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 160 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 84 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 12 acres |
| Drainage Area | 850 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1959 (67 years old) |
| NID ID | GA03002 |
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
Stokes Jr., James A.
Private
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What is the hazard classification of James Stokes Lake Dam?
James Stokes 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 James Stokes Lake Dam?
James Stokes Lake Dam is owned by Stokes Jr., James A. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was James Stokes Lake Dam built?
James Stokes Lake Dam was completed in 1959, making it 67 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 James Stokes Lake Dam?
James Stokes 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 James Stokes Lake Dam?
James Stokes Lake Dam has a dam height of 23 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 James Stokes Lake Dam last inspected?
James Stokes Lake Dam was last inspected on June 1, 2015. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.