Jamieson Lake Dam #1
Key Takeaway
Jamieson Lake Dam #1 is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1961 and is 65 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 25 ft (taller than 58.1% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 860 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 200 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 178 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 18 acres |
| Drainage Area | 22 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1961 (65 years old) |
| NID ID | GA00252 |
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
Jamieson, C. H.
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Jamieson Lake Dam #1?
Jamieson Lake Dam #1 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 Jamieson Lake Dam #1?
Jamieson Lake Dam #1 is owned by Jamieson, C. H. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Jamieson Lake Dam #1 built?
Jamieson Lake Dam #1 was completed in 1961, making it 65 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 Jamieson Lake Dam #1?
Jamieson Lake Dam #1 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 Jamieson Lake Dam #1?
Jamieson Lake Dam #1 has a dam height of 25 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 Jamieson Lake Dam #1 last inspected?
Jamieson Lake Dam #1 was last inspected on October 1, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.